NEW J ERSEY
DISCOVER
HISTORY
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Table of Contents
Discover New Jersey’s History
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Atlantic County
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Spotlight: Atlantic City
10
Bergen County
12
Burlington County
18
Camden County
22
The Crossroads of the Revolution
25
Cape May County
30
Cumberland County
36
Essex County
42
Gloucester County
46
Hudson County
48
Hunterdon County
50
Mercer County
54
Middlesex County
60
Monmouth County
64
The Gateway to Freedom
70
Morris County
72
Ocean County
84
Passaic County
90
Salem County
94
The Battle of Monmouth
96
Somerset County
100
Sussex County
108
Spotlight on Cape May
112
Union County
114
Warren County
120
The Military Capital of
the Revolution
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DISCOVER
NEW JERSEY
HISTORY
C
olonial re-creations and preserved Victorian
architecture are vivid reminders that New Jersey
has been an integral part of many of America’s most
enduring historic moments.
From the site of Washington’s Crossing of the
Delaware River north of Trenton, to Liberty State
Park, where you can visit the Statue of Liberty and
Ellis Island, New Jersey is alive with history for the
21st century.
Fully experiencing New Jersey’s rich history means
getting to know the state’s earliest inhabitants, the
Lenni Lenape Indians. Their legacy lives on in towns
with names like Hackensack, Lake Hopatcong,
Manahawkin and Rancocas.
When touring historic New Jersey, travel in the wake
of Giovanni da Verrazano, who explored the state’s
coastline for France in 1524. Henry Hudson, another
early explorer, sailed into Newark Bay some 85 years
later and paved the way for the state’s first settlement
to be established by the Dutch in 1620. Learn about
the European power struggle that ceded the area to
the English who would govern until the Continental
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Army wrested power from them in the Revolutionary War.
Along the way, see why the state’s reputation as the
“Crossroads of the American Revolution” is well
deserved, with hundreds of battles and skirmishes
fought on New Jersey soil, some of the most severe at
places like Fort Mercer, Monmouth and Trenton.
Learn of the three winters that George Washington’s
Army camped here and of their presence in
Princeton at the end of the war in 1783.
On the subject of historic “firsts,” New Jersey has
many to be proud of. In 1869, there was the first
intercollegiate football game when Rutgers defeated
Princeton by the score of 6-4. Thomas Edison
pioneered the electric light bulb and motion pictures
at Menlo Park and the first American-built steam
locomotive was built in Hoboken. And even Fort Lee
was the movie industry’s first “Capital,” featuring
stars like Mary Pickford, Douglas Fairbanks and
Rudolph Valentino.
So, for a rewarding historical tour, visit New Jersey
and experience the places and events that
contributed so much to America’s birth and growth.
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African American Heritage Museum
of Southern New Jersey
More than 3,000 items of Martin Luther King, Jr.
memorabilia, other items of the civil rights
movement, displays of African American portrayal
in advertising, artwork, local history of African
Americans in southern New Jersey.
Open Tue. – Sat. 10 am - 4 pm.
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Center
661 Jackson Rd.
Newtonville 08346
(609) 704-7262
www.africanamericanheritagemuseum.org
Absecon Lighthouse
Absecon Lighthouse
Constructed in 1857 to mark the dangerous shoals of
Absecon and Brigantine, Absecon Lighthouse offers
exhibits, a museum shop and the opportunity to
climb New Jersey's tallest lighthouse.
Open Mon., Thurs., Fri., Sat., Sun.,
11 am - 4 pm. July - August
10 am - 5 pm. Admission fee.
31 S. Rhode Island Ave.
Atlantic City 08401
(609) 449-1360
www.abseconlighthouse.org
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Atlantic City Historical Museum
Exhibitions – “Atlantic City, Playground of the
Nation,” a video – “Boardwalk Ballyhoo: The Magic
of Atlantic City” and other changing photographic
exhibits of the “good old days” in Atlantic City.
Founded in 1984, the museum was established to
encourage the acquisition, preservation and
appreciation of Atlantic City history through
exhibits and educational outreach and programs.
Open daily 10 am - 4 pm, except Christmas.
Garden Pier
New Jersey Ave. & Boardwalk
Atlantic City 08244
(609) 347-5839
www.acmuseum.org
Atlantic County Historical Society
Library and museum with genealogical records
including a census of south Jersey counties, IGI,
cemetery records, vital statistics, church records,
deeds, family history books, genealogist collections,
obituaries, local newspapers and more. Collection
also includes account books, maps, manuscripts,
photographs, early books, equipment and tools from
early maritime and shipbuilding industries.
Open Wed. – Sat., 10 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. and the first
Thursday of the month, 6 pm - 9 pm.
907 Shore Rd.
Somers Point 08244
(609) 927-5218
www.aclink.org/achs
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Brigantine Historical Society
Museum with exhibits including a large collection of
photographs from the 19th and early 20th centuries,
ship models and many other artifacts from
Brigantine history. Learn about pirates including
Captain Kidd, Blackbeard and the many shipwrecks
that shaped the history of the Jersey Shore.
Open daily, 10 am -1 pm,
Memorial Day - Labor Day.
3607 Brigantine Blvd.
Brigantine 08203
(609) 266-3437
www.brigantinebeachnj.com/history_museum.html
Casto House & Northfield Museum
The museum specializes in Northfield photographs
and memorabilia, including school history, sports
and organizations. Limited genealogical records
are available.
Open Sun., Mon., Wed. 1 pm -3 pm and by
appointment.
Birch Grove Park
1600 Shore Rd.
Northfield 08225
(609) 383-1505
Egg Harbor City Historical Society
The museum contains a collection of Egg Harbor
City memorabilia, artifacts and photographs with
special emphasis on local industries, civic
organizations, churches and inhabitants. The
museum is housed in a registered New Jersey historic
building and on part of the Dr. Smith’s Neutral
Waters Health Resort ca. 1905, which is now listed
on the National Register of Historic Places. Main
area of the museum is handicapped accessible.
Open Wed. 1 pm - 4 pm the 2nd, 4th & 5th Sat. of
each month 1 pm - 4 pm.
533 London Ave.
Egg Harbor 08215
(609) 965-9073
www.ehchs.org
Longport Historical Society
The museum is located in a 1939 Coast Guard
Station and features pictures and artifacts from the
days when the first Philadelphians arrived to
establish their summer cottages. Items range from
the footboard of a bed given to Abraham Lincoln, to
a jail cell used in the 1950s when the Borough
government and police department used the
building. The video “Longport - The Way We Were”
is shown twice each Sat. at 10 am and 11 am.
Open Sat. 9 am - Noon. Memorial Day - Labor Day.
Call (609) 822-3770 for an appointment.
2301 Atlantic Ave.
Longport 08403
(609) 823-1115
Lucy the Margate Elephant
Lucy is a National Historic Landmark that was built
in 1881 and stands 65 feet tall. Guided tours of the
six-story elephant-shaped building are offered.
Open daily mid-June - Labor Day, 10 am - 8 pm,
Sun. 10 am - 5 pm, weekends spring and fall,
10 am - 5 pm.
Decatur & Atlantic Aves.
Margate 08402
(609) 823-6473
www.lucytheelephant.org
Lucy the Margate Elephant
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Margate Historical Society
Old photographs, genealogical records, books, letters,
advertising, political documents, antique firefighting
equipment and police memorabilia. Of note is
Margate’s first jail cell, bought from an old World
War I U.S. Navy ship and the Margate City Sports
Hall of Fame, which includes pictures, documents,
awards and other memorabilia. Meetings are held on
the second Tuesday of each month at the Margate
Senior Center pavilion. A lecture and traveling minimuseum are offered at each meeting.
Open Sat. 10 am - 1 pm year round or by
appointment.
7 S. Washington Ave.
Margate 08402
(609) 822-6546
Somers Mansion House Museum
Somers Mansion was built around 1725 by Richard
Somers, the son of an early settler. The three-story
brick dwelling, the oldest house in Atlantic County,
contains 18th century furnishings. An interesting
architectural detail is the interior woodwork
decorated with heart-shaped perforations. A textile
collection includes locally fashioned quilts, coverlets
and samplers.
Open Wed.- Sun. year round. Call to confirm.
1000 Shore Rd.
Somers Point 08244
(609) 927-2212
Somers Point Historical Society
More than 1,800 vintage and current pictures of
Somers Point and 100 plus scrapbooks from
1941-1968 and historical artifacts.
Open Sat. 10 am - 1 pm, plus seasonal hours.
745 Shore Rd. (next to City Hall)
Somers Point 08244
(609) 927-8002
www.somerspointhistory.org
Township of Hamilton Historical Society
Housed in an original one-room schoolhouse, the
museum features displays on the history of Hamilton
Township plus a video entitled, "Mays Landing, 1941."
Open Tue. & Sat. Noon - 4 pm, Thurs. 6:30 pm - 9 pm.
49 Mill St.
Mays Landing 08330
(609) 909-0272
Photo courtesy
New Jersey Division of Parks & Forrestry
Somers Mansion
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SPOTLIGHT ON
ATLANTIC CITY
W
hen it comes to Atlantic City’s reputation as a
world-class resort, 34 million visitors a year
can’t be wrong.
boardwalk, another innovation, the amusement pier,
has proved highly popular with visitors, entertaining
millions during the past 100 years.
The city offers 12 fabulous hotel casino resorts, with
gaming, luxury accommodations, fine dining, great
shopping, sun, sand, surf and much, much more.
Perhaps the world’s most famous pier opened on
June 18, 1898. The 1,621-foot-long Steel Pier was so
named because it was the first pier constructed with
a steel framework. Today, the Steel Pier continues to
attract visitors in droves, who enjoy the shops and
amusements. In past years the Steel Pier has been
host to conventions and the Miss America Pageants
that began in 1921 as a way to extend the summer
season.
While the casinos are a top draw for the city, the
historic four-mile boardwalk – the world’s first –
remains an equally alluring attraction for visitors,
who can still experience the feeling of the original
1800s boardwalk era and indulge in some timeless
traditions like saltwater taffy (another Atlantic City
first), the boardwalk shops, amusements, the famous
rolling chairs and the piers.
The wooden promenade was conceived to solve a
problem – keeping beach sand out of rugs in hotels
and businesses and off the seats of the Camden and
Atlantic Railroad passenger cars that brought
visitors into town. Along with the success of the
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Atlantic City is also credited with inspiring Monopoly
inventor Charles Darrow, who named the games
streets after those he knew as a visitor to the seaside
resort.
In Atlantic City, visitors can relive history while
enjoying world-class facilities, entertainment,
restaurants and gaming.
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Cadmus House
Stone House Museum circa 1815 with artifacts and
photos from pre-history, through rural community
to suburbs.
Open 3rd Sun. in spring and fall and by
appointment.
Fair Lawn Borough Museum
14-01 Politt Dr.
Fair Lawn 07410
(201) 796-7692
Campbell-Christie House
Historic sandstone house built in 1774 by Jacob
Campbell, a member of the Bergen County militia
during the American Revolution, is now listed on
the State and National Register of Historic Places.
Tours and special events by appointment.
Open the 2nd Sun. of the month. Handicapped
accessible.
1209 Main St.
River Edge 07661
www.bergencountyhistory.org
(201) 343-9492
Aviation Hall of Fame & Museum of New Jersey
Aviation Hall of Fame & Museum of New Jersey
This museum is dedicated to preserving the 209-year
history of aviation in New Jersey. Airplanes,
helicopters, piston, jet and rocket engines, a satellite
and astronaut uniforms are displayed.
Open Tues. - Sun. 10 am – 4 pm.
400 Fred Wehran Dr.
Teterboro 07608
(201) 288-6344
www.njahof.org
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Carlstadt Historical Society Museum
Exhibits on Carlstadt's history on the 2nd floor of
the 1919 Carlstadt Fire House.
Open the 4th Sun. of the month or by appointment.
Division Ave. & 6th St.
Carlstadt 07072
(201) 939-7770
Fort Lee Historic Park
This historic park is dedicated to preserving and
interpreting the role of Fort Lee during the
American Revolutionary War. Thirty three-acre site
of Revolutionary War fortifications, visitor's center,
audio-visual exhibits.
Open Wed.-Sun., 10 am – 5 pm. Closed Jan. - Feb.
Hudson Terrace
Fort Lee 07024
(201) 461-1776
www.njpalisades.org/flhp.htm
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Fort Lee Museum at the Judge Moore House
The Fort Lee Historical society exhibits documents,
photographs and artifacts from Fort Lee's history.
Open Sat. – Sun., Noon - 4 pm.
1588 Palisade Ave.
Fort Lee 07024
(201) 592-3580
www.fortleehistorical society.org
Garretson Farm County Historic Site
A collection of historic sandstone farm buildings
dating to Bergen County's early Dutch settlers (1720).
Includes a restored colonial kitchen, gardens of herbs
and vegetables and three annual festivals with
hands-on activities.
4-02 River Rd.
Fair Lawn 07410
(201) 797-1775
www.garretsonfarm.org
The Hermitage
This sandstone house was built in 1760, remodeled
in 1847 and is a National Historic Landmark with a
rich Revolutionary War history. Programs and special
events are held year round.
335 North Franklin Turnpike
Ho-Ho-Kus 07423
(201) 445-0437
www.thehermitage.org
Hopper-Goetschius House Museum & Tice Barn
This museum features a Dutch sandstone home built
in 1739, an out-kitchen with beehive oven, privy,
Dutch barn and a frame tenant house.
Open Sun. 2 pm – 4 pm in July & August and by
appointment.
245 Lake St.
Upper Saddle River 07458
(201) 327-6354
www.usrhistoricalsociety.org
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Kearney House
Historic house on the Hudson River circa 1750 that
stands at the location that witnessed the assault up
the Palisades by British troops on Fort Lee in the
American Revolution.
Open weekends & holidays May - October or by
appointment.
Palisades Interstate Park
Alpine 07620
(201) 768-1360 x 208
www.njpalisades.org
Maywood Station Museum
This restored circa 1872 New York, Susquehanna &
Western railroad station, one of the oldest in NJ, is
on the National Register of Historic Places and features extensive collections plus a caboose.
Open one Sun. a month, call for schedule.
269 Maywood Ave.
Maywood 07607
(201) 845-9182
www.nyswths.org/maywoodstation.htm
Meadowlands Environment Center
Headquarters of the New Jersey Meadowlands
Commission, presents a geologic and human history
of the Hackensack Meadowlands, with school
programs, family events and pontoon boat rides.
2 DeKorte Park Plaza
Lyndhurst 07071
(201) 460-8300
www.njmeadowlands.gov
New Bridge Landing Park
The park, strategically situated at the narrows of the
Hackensack River, marks the site at which Gen.
George Washington's army retreated across this
pivotal river during the Revolutionary War. Visitors
will also enjoy the Steuben House, Campbell-Christie
House and the Demarest House, all landmarks of
Bergen Dutch sandstone architecture. See individual
listings for visiting hours.
1209 Main St.
River Edge 07661
(201) 487-1739
www.bergencountyhistory.org
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New Jersey Naval Museum Submarine Memorial
Association
The WW II submarine USS Ling on the State and
National Register of Historic Places is berthed on the
Hackensack River and available for tours. The
museum also includes a Vietnam era river patrol
boat, WWII German and Japanese submarines,
rockets and a museum with exhibits on naval history
and technology.
Open Sat. – Sun. 10 am – 4 pm, group tours
and overnights available.
78 River St.
Hackensack 07601
(201) 342-3268
www.njnm.com
Pascack Historical Society Museum
Located in an 1873 church that was dedicated by Rev.
Henry Ward Beecher. Exhibits include a general
store, colonial kitchen, dolls, clothing and other
displays of life in the early days of the Pascack Valley.
Group tours by appointment. Open Sun. 1 pm – 4 pm.
19 Ridge Ave.
Park Ridge 07656
(201) 573-0307
www.pvhistory.org/mainpage.htm
Schoolhouse Museum
An 1873 schoolhouse museum includes exhibits on
the area's Dutch settlers, the Colonial, Civil War and
Victorian eras.
Open Sun., May - Oct. 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm.
650 East Glen Ave.
Ridgewood 07450
(201) 652-4584
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Photo courtesy
New Jersey Division of Parks & Forestry
Old Station Museum
The original Mahwah Railroad Station was acquired
and restored by the Mahwah Historical Society and
features railroad exhibits and models.
Open Sun. 2 pm – 4 pm Memorial Day to the end
of October.
1871 Old Station Lane
Mahwah 07430
(201) 529-3136
Steuben House
This furnished 1752 Bergen Dutch Colonial mansion
was granted to Gen. von Steuben, Inspector General
of Continental Troops, for his services in training
American forces during the American Revolution.
Today it contains collections of the Bergen County
Historical Society.
Open Wed. - Sun. Call for times.
Historic New Bridge Landing
1209 Main St.
River Edge 07661
(201) 487-1739
www.bergencountyhistory.org
Steuben House
Van Allen House
A National Historic Register house that served as
headquarters for Gen. George Washington in 1777.
Open 3rd Sun. of the month 1 pm – 4 pm.
Open for tours and events during the year.
Franklin Ave. & Rt. 202
Oakland 07436
(201) 405-7726
Wortendyke Barn
One of the last examples of the New World Dutch
barns, which houses a collection of 18th and 19th
century farm implements, tools and horse-drawn
vehicles. Group reservations available by appointment.
Open Wed., Sat., Sun. 1 pm – 5 pm, May - Oct.
13 Pascack Rd.
Park Ridge 07656
(201) 336-7274
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Photo courtesy New Jersey Division of Parks & Forestry
Batsto Village
Air Victory Museum
This museum contains exhibits of military aircraft,
military uniforms from many countries from WWI
to the present, aircraft engines and a Wright
Brothers wind tunnel.
Open Wed. – Sun. 10 am – 4 pm.
68 Stacy Haines Rd.
Lumberton 08048
(609) 267-4488
www.airvictorymuseum.org
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Alice Paul Institute
Alice Paul was one of the leaders in the campaign
for women's right to vote in 1920 and authored the
Equal Rights Amendment in 1923. This institute
contains her papers, books and personal
memorabilia.
Call ahead for hours of operation.
128 Hooton Rd.
Mt. Laurel 08054
(856) 231-1885
www.alicepaul.org
Batsto Village
Batsto Village is the site of a former bog iron and
glassmaking industrial center (1766 - 1867). It
includes 33 historic buildings including the Batsto
Mansion, gristmill, sawmill, general store, worker's
homes and post office that existed during the late
19th century.
Open 9 am - 4:30 pm. Daily interpretive
programs Wed. – Sun., Sept. – May.
Museum Shop open Memorial Day - Labor Day,
9 am – 4 pm daily.
Wharton State Forest
4110 Nesco Rd.
Hammonton 08037
(609) 561-3262
www.batstovillage.org
Bordentown Historical Society
Home of the first free public school in the U.S.
and more than 50 historic buildings and sites.
Learn about residents Thomas Paine, Francis
Hopkinson and Clara Barton.
Open May - June, call for hours.
211 Crosswicks Rd.
Bordentown 08505
(609) 298-1740
www.downtownbordentown.com
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Burlington County Historical Society
Learn about historic sites and events in Burlington
County, including the Bard-How House and the
homes of James Fenimore Cooper and Captain
James Lawrence.
Guided tours Tue. – Sat., 1 pm – 5 pm. Wheelchair
accessible.
451 High St.
Burlington City 08016
(609) 386-4773
www.tourburlington.org
Pemberton Station Museum
Built in 1892, the North Pemberton Railroad Station
was in active use until 1969 when the last direct rail
service between Pemberton and Camden ended.
Restoration was completed in March of 1999. The
Station is on both the New Jersey and National
Registers of Historic Sites.
Open Wed., Fri., Sat., Sun. 10 am – 4 pm.
3 Fort Dix Rd.
Pemberton 08068
(609) 894-0546
www.pembertontwp.com/North_
Pemberton_Station.html
Powhatan Renape Nation-American Indian
Heritage Museum
The only Indian owned and operated museum in
New Jersey offers a multifaceted look at American
Indian culture, history and traditions. Guided tours
are available.
Open 1st and 3rd Sat. of the month, 10 am – 3 pm.
No appointment required.
Tue. and Thurs. by appointment.
Rancocas Rd.
Rancocas 08073
(609) 261-4747
www.powhatan.org/museum.htm
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Historic Prison Museum
The Burlington County Prison Museum, opened in
1811, is a National Historic Landmark, was designed
by Robert Mills, one of America 's first native-born
and trained architects. One of Robert Mills' first
designs as an independent architect, the interior
vaulted ceilings of poured concrete, brick and stone
construction made the building virtually fireproof. In
fact, it was so well constructed that it remained in
use until 1965.
Open Thurs. – Sat. 10 am – 4 pm,
Sun. Noon – 4 pm. Call for more information.
128 High St.
Mount Holly 08060
(609) 265-5476
www.co.burlington.nj.us
Historic Smithville Park
Historic Smithville Park is listed on the National and
New Jersey Registers of Historic Places. Smithville
grew from a typical, small mill operation on the
Rancocas Creek to a major industrial plant
employing hundreds of workers from the 1860s to
the 1920s. Known for its high-quality woodworking
machinery, the Smithville-Mt. Holly Bicycle Railroad
and the Star high-wheeled bicycle, Smithville was also
well ahead of its time in town planning, sustainability
and workers’ rights and welfare.
Open 8 am to dusk.
801 Smithville Rd.
Eastampton 08060
(609) 265-5858
www.co.burlington.nj.us/departments/resource_conservation/parks/sites/smithville/info/index.htm
Whitesbog Village
Whitesbog Village in Brendan T. Byrne State Forest
was an active 19th and 20th century cranberry and
blueberry producing community that was founded in
the 1870s by Joseph J. White.
Open dawn to dusk daily. Guided tours are available
upon request.
120-13 Whitesbog Rd.
Browns Mills 08015
(609) 893-4646
www.whitesbog.org
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Camden County Historical Society
The society maintains a museum, research library
and Pomona Hall, the historic Cooper family home
restored to its 1788 appearance. Guided tours,
information on the cultural and social history of
southern New Jersey since the 1600s, including
the Underground Railroad. Call for hours.
1900 Park Blvd.
Camden 08103
(856) 964-3333
www.cchsnj.com
Barclay Farmstead Museum
Greenfield Hall & Samuel Mickle House
Greenfield Hall is an 1841 mansion with collections
of 18th and 19th century furniture, pottery and
historical materials. The Samuel Mickle House, built
in 1730 as a saddlery, is now open to the public as a
research library, with early American manuscripts,
maps, deeds and photographs. Call for hours.
343 Kings Highway E.
Haddonfield 08033
(856) 429-7375
www.historicalsocietyofhaddonfield.org
Barclay Farmstead Museum
A historic mansion built in 1816, with tool shed,
corncrib, working forge and herb garden. School
groups can participate in Living History Programs.
Open Tue. - Fri.
209 Barclay Lane
Cherry Hill 08034
(609) 795-6225
Battleship New Jersey
The most decorated battleship in U.S. Navy history is
permanently berthed on the Camden waterfront as a
floating museum. Overnight encampments, guided
tours, special events throughout the year. Play the 4D
Flight Simulator of a WW II Pacific battle.
Museum is closed Tue. - Thurs. in Jan. and Feb.
Limited handicapped accessibility.
62 Battleship Place
Camden 08103
(856) 966-1652
www.battleshipnewjersey.org
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Battleship New Jersey
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Indian King Tavern
This 1750 American public house and tavern was the
site where the New Jersey General Assembly met in
1777 and changed the status of New Jersey from a
colony to a state and approved the adoption of the
Great Seal of New Jersey.
Open Wed.- Fri. 10 am – Noon & 1 pm – 4 pm,
Sat. 10 am – Noon, Sun. 1 pm – 4 pm.
233 Kings Highway
Haddonfield 08033
(856) 429-6792
www.levins.com/tavern.html
The Crossroads of the Revolution
New Jersey is the site of a number of critically important battles during the Revolutionary War. In fact, it
was the Battles of Trenton and Princeton that began to
turn the tide for the Continental Army.
Peter Mott House
Peter Mott was a free black farmer, possibly a fugitive
slave from Delaware, who served as the pastor of
Lawnside's Mt. Pisgah AME Church. His house was a
station on the Underground Railroad.
Open Sat. Noon – 3 pm and by appointment.
26 Kings Court
Lawnside 08045
(856) 546-8850
www.petermotthouse.org
Walt Whitman House
New Jersey's renowned poet, author of "Leaves of
Grass" and other historic works, lived in this house
from 1884 until his death in 1892. This National
Historic Landmark is furnished with manuscripts,
photographs, furniture and memorabilia owned and
used by Whitman.
Open Wed. - Sat.
328 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.
Camden 08103
(856) 964-5383
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The Clarke House, Princeton Battlefield
Until then, British forces had won key fights in New
York and had driven the Continentals out of Fort Lee,
forcing their retreat all the way into Pennsylvania.
After these defeats, morale among the Continental
forces was low and deserters were leaving the ranks
each day, many signing papers of allegiance with the
British. If not for Washington’s daring crossing of the
ice-filled Delaware River on Christmas night in 1776
and the uplifting victories in Trenton and Princeton
that soon followed, chances were slim that he would
have been able to keep the Army together and rally the
political and public opinion needed to support the effort.
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SPOTLIGHT ON
THE CROSSROADS OF
THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION
N
ew Jersey is known as the “Crossroads of the
American Revolution.” Major Revolutionary
War battles were fought here and Gen. George
Washington and his main Army spent more time in
New Jersey than any place else.
Those visiting the Delaware River Region will have
the opportunity to experience some of the
Revolutionary War sites that played a vital role in
America’s quest for freedom and independence.
Visitors can relive and retrace the Ten Crucial Days
at sites that preserve the importance of three
monumental battles that changed the course of the
war. This critical period – Dec. 25, 1776 through Jan.
3, 1777 – began on Christmas night 1776, when
Washington took the bold initiative of mounting an
attack on British-hired Hessian troops stationed
in Trenton.
On that frigid and stormy Christmas night,
Washington’s force of about 2,400 Continentals
boarded boats to cross the icy Delaware River for the
march on Trenton. Two other elements of the
Continental Army were to cross the river south of
Trenton to block any Hessian escape. The storm and
ice prevented them from landing in New Jersey,
leaving Washington’s troops to assault the city alone.
Washington’s plan had been to launch a pre-dawn
attack on the morning of Dec. 26. The storm delayed
Washington’s arrival in Trenton until 8 a.m. But the
storm also aided the Continentals. The Hessians
standing guard at the outpost thought the first
Continentals they saw coming out of the mists were
their relief party. The Hessians did not believe the
Americans could mount a large attack and were ill
prepared for the assault.
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The surprise of the attack and the speed at which
American forces moved into and around the town
completely disrupted the Hessian efforts to form
their troops for a counter-attack.
Visitors can relive the landing at Washington’s
Crossing State Park and see a reenactment that is
held each year on Christmas Day.
Photo courtesy New Jersey Division of Parks & Forestry
In Trenton, visitors can also walk through the
impeccably restored Old Barracks Museum that
housed some of the Hessian troops that faced
Washington and the Trenton Battle Monument –
the site where Continental artillery units shelled the
Hessians during the 90-minute battle on Dec. 26.
A week later the British launched a counter-attack
intended to crush the Americans.
Following a day of fighting and defending their
positions in Trenton, Washington quietly slipped his
troops out of Trenton and using back roads he
headed north to Princeton where on Jan. 3 the
American’s again engaged and defeated British forces.
The two Battles of Trenton were pivotal in keeping
the Revolution alive.
Each year Patriot’s Week offers authentic
reenactments through the streets of Trenton plus
debates, films, lectures and much more. Even more
interesting is that the Trenton reenactment is in the
streets so visitors will be very close to the action.
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Avalon Museum and Historical Society
Preserves the history and culture of the Avalon
community that traces its beginnings to 1887.
Open summers Mon.- Sat. 11 am – 3 pm.
Fall hours Fri.- Sat.11 am – 3 pm.
215 39th St.
Avalon 08202
(609) 967-0090
www.avalonmuseum.org
Cape May County Historical & Genealogical
Society
The Cape May Museum is located in the John
Holmes House, built in 1755 and one of the oldest
structures in historic Cape May. The museum
contains a doctor's room, authentic carriages,
exhibits and many furnishings that portray life in the
18th and 19th centuries. Monthly Kids Club event
for 12 and under.
Open year-round, call for hours.
504 Rt. 9 N.
Cape May Court House 08210
(609) 465-3535
www.cmcmuseum.org
Hereford Inlet Lighthouse
This lighthouse, build in 1874, featured five
fireplaces and beautiful living quarters for the keeper
and his family. The lighthouse features a small
museum and is listed on the State and National
Register of Historic Places.
Open Wed. – Sun. Summer hours May – mid-Oct. 9
am - 5 pm. Winter hours mid-Oct. – April
10 am - 4 pm.
111 North Central Ave.
North Wildwood 08260
(609) 522-4520
www.herefordlighthouse.org
The Cape May Lighthouse
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Historic Cold Spring Village
A reconstructed Early-American rural village featuring 25 buildings, costumed working craftspeople, living history museum, craft shops, country store, farm
animals and a restaurant. Partially handicapped
accessible. Visitors to Cape May can take the Cape
May Seashore Line Railroad to reach the Cold
Spring Rail Station.
Open year round.
720 Rt. 9
Cold Spring 08204
(609) 898-2300
www.hcsv.org
Mid-Atlantic Center for the Arts (MAC)
MAC offers a year-round schedule of special events,
including walking, boat, trolley and house tours. Visit
Cape May's only Victorian House Museum, the 1879
Emlen Physick Estate, fully restored by MAC, the
1876 Carriage House, which houses the Carriage
House Gallery, home to changing exhibits, a
museum shop and the Twinings Tearoom, where
visitors can enjoy an authentic English experience at
a luncheon or afternoon tea. Partially handicapped
accessible.
1048 Washington St.
Cape May 08204
(609) 884-5404
www.capemaymac.org
Historic Cold Spring Village
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Naval Air Station Wildwood Aviation Museum
NAS Wildwood Aviation Museum is a former
training base for World War II dive-bomber pilots.
An authentic all-wooden hanger houses Army, Navy,
Coast Guard and Soviet aircraft, a model of a V-2
rocket, flight simulators, antique engines, educational
exhibits and other memorabilia. Museum shop is
handicap accessible. Free parking. Admission: $5
adults, $3 children under 12 and children under 3 free.
Cape May County Airport
500 Forrestal Rd.
Rio Grande 08242
(609) 886-8787
www.usnasw.org
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Ocean City Historical Museum
This museum offers informational displays about
Ocean City's colorful history, with pictures and
memorabilia from its early whaling days that describe
famous shipwrecks on its beaches.
1735 Simpson Ave.
Ocean City 08226
(609) 399-1801
www.ocnjmuseum.org
Sam Azeez Museum of Woodbine Heritage
Woodbine was an experimental agriculturalindustrial colony established in the 1890s for
immigrating Russian Jews. The antique brick
Brotherhood Synagogue building is on the National
Register of Historic Places and now houses a wealth
of history, personal accounts, historical photographs,
documents and artifacts that detail the story of the
town's original settlers.
Open to the public, no admission fee.
610 Washington Ave.
Woodbine 08270
(609) 861-5355
www.thesam.org
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Sea Isle City Historical Museum
This museum is dedicated to preserving the colorful
history of Sea Isle City. A collection of memorabilia,
thousands of prints, photographs and artifacts are
on display.
Open Sat. Call for hours.
4208 Landis Ave.
Sea Isle City 08243
(609) 263-2992
www.jerseyseashore.com/sic_museum
Stone Harbor Museum
This museum features the history and culture of the
Stone Harbor community, including a diorama of
early railroads in the area and permanent exhibits of
maritime life in south Jersey.
235 93rd St.
Stone Harbor 0247
(609) 368-7500
www.stone-harbor.nj.us/organizations/
shmuseum.htm
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George Woodruff Indian Museum
This museum contains 20,000 artifacts of the
Lenni-Lenape Tribe that inhabited this region for
many centuries.
Open Mon. - Sat. 1 pm – 4 pm.
Bridgeton Free Public Library
Commerce St.
Bridgeton 08302
(856) 451-2620
www.co.cumberland.nj.us/tourism
John Dubois Maritime Museum
This museum contains a large collection of southern
New Jersey maritime related items from the 19th and
20th centuries. Collections include tools used to
carve ribs, planking, masts and booms on sailing
ships, early engine marine parts and maritime
memorabilia.
Open weekends, call for hours.
949 Ye Greate St.
Greenwich 08323
(856) 455-4055
www.co.cumberland.nj.us/tourism
The Gibbon House
This mansion, built in 1730, was the site of New
Jersey's only 18th century tea burning party. The
museum contains 18th and 19th century items, a
barn museum and doctor's office.
Open Tues.- Sat., closed Jan.- March.
960 Ye Greate St.
Greenwich 08323
(856) 455-4055
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The A.J. Meerwald
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Bayshore Discovery Project
Passengers can take part in sailing the A.J. Meerwald,
an authentically restored 1928 Delaware Bay oyster
schooner that is listed on both the National and New
Jersey Register of Historic Places.
The Meerwald conducts classes and private sails
around New Jersey's waters from April though Nov.
2800 High St. (Bivalve)
Port Norris 08349
(856) 785-2060
www.ajmeerwald.org
New Sweden Farmstead Museum
In 1638 a colony of Swedes and Finns settled in this
area and this reconstructed farmstead shows what life
was like 350 years ago. You can visit seven log
structures including a blacksmith shop, stable, sauna
and smokehouse.
Open mid May – Sept., tours by appointment.
Mayor Aitken Dr.
Bridgeton 08302
(856) 455-9785
www.co.cumberland.nj.us/tourism
Millville Army Airfield Museum
"America's First Defense Airport" was dedicated in
1941 and served as a gunnery school for fighter pilots
during WW II. The museum today focuses on
Millville's role in aviation history and the important
role of the famous P-47 Thunderbolt. Special exhibits
include the Tuskegee Airmen.
Open Tues.- Sun. 10 am – 4 pm.
1 Leddon St.
Millville 08332
(856) 327-2347
www.p47millville.org
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Nail House Museum
The former Cumberland Nail & Iron Company
building of 1815 is now a museum featuring exhibits
of early iron, glass and local history.
Open April – Dec., Tues.- Sat.
10:30 am - 3:30 pm.
1 Mayor Aitken Dr.
Bridgeton 08302
(856) 455-1440
www.nailhousemuseum.org
Potters Tavern
This National Historic landmark was the home of New
Jersey's first newspaper, The Plain Dealer. The building
has been restored to its appearance as it was in 1776.
Open April – Oct., Sat. Noon – 4 pm, Sun.
1 pm – 4 pm.
West Broad St.
Bridgeton 08302
(856) 451-4802
www.co.cumberland.nj.us/tourism
Seabrook Educational & Cultural Center
This center preserves the history of Seabrook Village,
which was home to Japanese Americans who were
relocated here from internment camps during
World War II.
Open Mon. – Thurs. 9 am – 2 pm.
1325 Rt. 77
Seabrook 08302
(856) 451-8393
www.co.cumberland.nj.us/tourism
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Wheaton Village
The Museum of American Glass features 20 buildings
that portray the growth of the American glassmaking
industry from its beginnings in Millville in 1789. More
than 6,000 examples of historic and contemporary
glass, a fully operational glass factory, inn, restaurant
and museum shops.
Open year round.
1501 Glasstown Rd.
Millville 08332
(800) 998-4552
www.wheatonvillage.org
East Point Lighthouse
On the shore of the Delaware Bay, marking the
mouth of the Maurice River stands the second oldest
lighthouse [1849] in New Jersey. Lighthouse interior is
undergoing restoration.
Open the 3rd Sun. of each month 1 pm – 4 pm.
East Point Rd.
Heislerville 08324
(856) 327-3714
www.co.cumberland.nj.us/tourism/east_point_lighthouse
Cumberland County Historical Society
& Prehistoric Museum
This historical society has preserved 18th century
historical buildings including a Maritime museum
and library from the days prior to the American
Revolution, New Jersey Indian and fossil collections.
A monument to the famous tea-burning party is
nearby. Walking tours, adult and school programs
available.
Open Wed., Sat. and Sun., call for hours.
960 Ye Greate St.
Greenwich 08323
(856) 455-4055
www.cchistsoc.org
Mauricetown Historical Society
Historical society is housed in the Edward Compton
House, one of the few remaining Victorian Italianate
design (1863) mansions that survive today. Visitors
can see the Caesar Hoskins Log Cabin, constructed
prior to 1714.
Open houses are held on the 1st and 3rd Sun. each
month. 1 pm – 4 pm.
1229 Front St.
Mauricetown 08329
(856) 785-0457
East Point Lighthouse
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New Jersey Division of Parks & Forestry
The Birthplace of Grover Cleveland
Cathedral Basilica (Cathedral of The Sacred Heart)
This French gothic style cathedral broke ground in
1899 and was completed in 1954. A National
Historic Landmark, the structure is the 5th largest
cathedral in the U.S. and is the seat of the Catholic
Archdiocese of Newark.
Open 9 am – 5 pm daily. Tours by appointment.
89 Ridge St.
Newark 07104
(973) 484-4600
www.cathedralbasilica.org
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Grover Cleveland Birthplace
This historic house is the birthplace of the only U.S.
President elected to two non-consecutive terms.
Furniture and memorabilia of the period are on
display.
Open Wed. - Fri. 9 am – 6 pm, Sat. 9 am – 5 pm,
Sun. 1 pm – 5 pm.
207 Bloomfield Ave.
Caldwell 07006
(973) 226-0001
www.caldwellnj.com/grover.htm
Edison National Historic Site
For 40 years this National Historic Site was the laboratory in which Thomas Edison and his staff
researched and invented the products that changed
modern life, including the motion picture camera,
silent and sound movies, the first light bulb and the
electric storage battery.
The site after extensive renovations will reopen in June
Lakeside Ave.
West Orange 07052
(973) 736-0551
www.nps.gov/edis
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Essex County Court House
This classic courthouse was designed by Cass Gilbert
and built in 1906. A statue of Lincoln was cast by
Gutzon Borglum. A recent renovation has preserved
murals and interior structures to their original status.
Open 8:30 am - 4:30 pm, tours by appointment.
470 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.
Newark 07102
(973) 693-5701
Montclair Historical Society/Israel Crane House
The museum maintains the Crane House museum,
built in 1796 by a successful area merchant, Israel
Crane. The Federal style mansion contains a gazebo,
crafts building and collections of tools, toys, 18th
century furniture and memorabilia.
Open Fri. - Sat. 1 pm – 4 pm, Sun. 2 pm – 5 pm,
tours by appointment.
110 Orange Rd.
Montclair 07042
(973) 744-1796
www.montclairhistorical.org
New Jersey Historical Society
New Jersey's oldest cultural institution offers a
statewide historical museum, library and archives
with changing exhibitions. Collections include
paintings, prints, ceramics, furniture and much
more. An interactive Kid's Center, family festivals,
school programs and a history gift shop are on site.
Museum open Tues.- Sat. 10 am – 5 pm.
Library open Tues. – Sat. Noon – 5 pm.
52 Park Place
Newark 07102
(973) 596-8500
wwwjerseyhistory.org
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Newark Museum
Eighty galleries of art and science, a mini zoo,
research library, planetarium and the historic
Ballantine House, a restored 1885 mansion,
sculpture garden and a firefighter museum are among
the treasures to be found at this museum. Displays of
Tibetan, American Oriental art are permanent
collections.
Open Wed. - Sun. Noon – 5 pm.
49 Washington St.
Newark 07102
(973) 596-6550
www.newarkmuseum.org
The Ballantine House
Newark Public Library
The main library and 10 branches offer a wide range
of programs and exhibits, including Hispanic and
African American celebrations and collections of
ceramics, photographs, music, posters and much more.
Open Mon.- Fri. 9 am - 5:30 pm, Sat. 9:30 am - 1:30 pm.
5 Washington St.
Newark 07101
(973) 733-7784
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Gloucester County Historical Society Library
This society preserves and promotes the history of
Gloucester going back to pre-Revolutionary times.
Visitors will find an 18th century log cabin and
Moravian church. The library specializes in
genealogy, with collections of wills, deeds and early
Gloucester memorabilia.
Open Mon., Wed., Fri. 1 pm – 4 pm.
17 Hunter St.
Woodbury 08096
(856) 845-4771
www.rootsweb.com/~njglouce/gchs
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Red Bank Battlefield
Fort Mercer occupied this site during 1777 in the
Revolutionary War as part of the defense of
Philadelphia. When Hessian troops attacked this
heavily fortified fort, Colonial militia won the battle,
losing 60 of their own compared to losses of over 600
Hessian soldiers. The Whitall House on the property
served as a hospital for the wounded and as a patriot
headquarters and can be toured today.
The park is open year round from dawn to dusk,
the Whitall House is open Mon.- Fri. 8:30 am – 4 pm.
100 Hessian Ave.
National Park 08063
(856) 853-5120
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Hoboken Historical Museum
Features exhibits designed to promote interest in the
history, architecture and cultural heritage of
Hoboken. Visitors will learn about the first organized
baseball game, the birthplace and life of Frank
Sinatra, Stephen Foster and many more figures in
New Jersey's history.
Open Tues.- Thurs. 5 pm - 9 pm, Sat.- Sun.
Noon – 5 pm.
1301 Hudson St.
Hoboken 07030
(201) 656-2240
www.hobokenmuseum.org
Jersey City Museum
This museum exhibits the work of contemporary
artists who represent the diversity of our society. 20th
century artists' works are on display in contemporary
art, paintings, sculpture, ceramics and other forms.
Open Tues., Fri., Sat. 10:30 am – 5 pm, Wed. 10:30
am – 8 pm. Closed Sat. during the summer.
350 Montgomery St.
Jersey City 07302
(201) 413-0303
www.jerseycitymuseum.org
Central Railroad of New Jersey Terminal
Central Railroad of New Jersey Terminal
From 1892 through 1954, trains departing from the
CRRNJ Terminal represented a primary avenue to
freedom for millions of immigrants who had passed
by the Statue of Liberty on ships and processed
through Ellis Island. This three-story Victorian-Era
terminal opened in 1889 and today serves as a
visitor's center and departure point for ferries to the
Statue of Liberty and the Ellis Island Immigration
Museum.
Open daily 8:30 am – 5 pm.
Liberty State Park
Morris Pesin Dr.
Jersey City 07305
(201) 915-3400
www.libertystatepark.org
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Immigration Museum at Ellis Island
Between 1892 and 1954, approximately 12 million
steerage and 3rd class steamship passengers entered
the Port of New York through this facility. Today the
museum is dedicated to the history of immigration
and its effects during the late 19th and early 20th
century.
Open daily 8:30 am - 6:15 pm. Closed Dec. 25.
Ferry service available from: Liberty State Park
Morris Pesin Dr.
Jersey City 07305
(201) 915-3440 or (212) 363-3200
www.nps.gov/elis
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Holcombe-Jimison Farmstead Museum
Located on approximately 10 acres of land originally
purchased by John Holcombe in 1733, the museum
is dedicated to preserving a knowledge of Hunterdon
County's rural heritage. The Farmstead Plantation
features the county’s oldest remaining stone house,
believed to be built by John Wey in 1711.
Open 1 pm - 4 pm. Sun. from the first weekend in
May to the last weekend in Oct. and Wed. 9 am - Noon.
1605 Daniel Bray Highway (Rt. 29)
Lambertville 08530
(609) 397-2752
www.holcombe-jimison.org
The Red Mill
Doric House
This Greek Revival mansion, built in 1846, is now
home to the Hunterdon County Historical Society.
Museum open by appointment only, the library is
open Thurs. 1 pm – 3 pm & 7 pm – 9 pm.
113 Main St.
Flemington 08822
(908) 782-1091
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James Wilson Marshall House
The Marshall House, on the National and New
Jersey Registers of Historic Places, was the boyhood
home of the discoverer of gold in California in 1848
and is now the headquarters of the Lambertville
Historical Society. The Federal brick structure was
built in 1816 by his father, Philip Marshall, a member
of one of the oldest families in New Jersey and by
marriage to John Hart, a signer of the Declaration of
Independence.
Open Sat. – Sun. 1 pm - 4 pm, April through Oct.
and by appointment all year.
62 Bridge St.
Lambertville 08530
(609) 397-0770
www.lambertvillehistoricalsociety.org
Oak Summit School
Built in 1850 as a one-room schoolhouse and
restored by the Oak Summit School Historical
Society. The interior is authentic with slate
blackboards, a wood stove, old desks, textbooks, etc.
Call for schedule of tours and demonstrations.
Oak Summit Rd.
Frenchtown 08825
(908) 996-4633
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Prallsville Mills
This nine-building complex, including a large
four-story grist mill and grain silo, linseed oil mill
and saw mill, is a prime example of an early 19th
century village industrial complex located on both
the Delaware River and the Delaware and Raritan
Canal. Cultural, educational and social events.
Open by appointment.
Rt. 29 N.
Stockton 08559
(609) 397-3586
www.njht.org/profiles/prallsville-mills.htm
Readington Township Museums
Museums include the Bouman-Stickney Farmstead,
Cold Brook School, Eversole-Hall House and Taylor's
Mill and were established to promote an
understanding and appreciation of Readington's
history and culture through education, research,
preservation, collection and interpretation. Offers
educational programs, community cultural events
and meetings of groups interested in local history.
Call or visit website for location information.
(908) 236-2327
www.co.hunterdon.nj.us/depts/c&h/huntmuseums.htm
Red Mill Museum Village
Set on the banks of the South Branch with high
limestone cliffs behind it, the circa. 1810 Red Mill has
become one of the most familiar and photographed
landmarks in Hunterdon County and in the state.
The museum features a working blacksmith shop,
general store, circa. 1860 Bunker Hill Schoolhouse, a
reproduction 18th century log cabin, herb garden and
screen house. Carriage sheds display large pieces of 19th
century agricultural equipment, 40,000 artifacts of
Hunterdon County domestic, industrial and commercial
history through 1918.
Open early April to mid - Oct., Tue. - Sat.
10 am - 4 pm, Sun. Noon -5 pm. Special events
include weekend festivals, living history re-enactments, antique shows and summer concerts.
56 Main St.
Clinton 08809
(908) 735-4101
http://www.theredmill.org
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The Station at Califon
Railroad station built in 1875 of locally quarried
stone by town volunteers. Located in the heart of
Califon's National Register Historic Site District, The
station is now the headquarters and museum of the
Califon Historical Society.
Open 1st and 3rd Sun. of each month, 1 pm - 3 pm,
May – Dec. Free admission.
25 Academy St.
Califon 07830
(908) 832-2941
www.co.hunterdon.nj.us/depts/c&h/huntmuseums.htm#stationcalifon
Township of Lebanon Museum at New Hampton
Constructed as a one-room schoolhouse in 1825, this
building served as a school until 1929. Today the first
floor of the museum is a re-creation of a 19th
century schoolroom, with original books,
blackboards, desks and a potbellied stove. The
second floor contains a lecture and exhibit area,
including a permanent Lenape Indian collection.
Open Tue. – Thur. 9:30 am - 5 pm, Sat. 1 pm - 5 pm.
57 Musconetcong River Rd.
Hampton 08827
(908) 537-6464
www.lebanontownship.net/museum.shtml
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Historic Morven
This building was the residence of Richard Stockton,
a signer of the Declaration of Independence. From
1954 to 1981, Morven was the official residence of
New Jersey Governors.
Open throughout the year for tours.
55 Stockton St.
Princeton 08540
(609) 924-8144
www.historicmorven.org
Historical Society of Princeton-Bainbridge House
Bainbridge House, built in 1766, is one of the oldest
surviving examples of Georgian architecture that
survives in the Princeton area. Today it houses the
Historical Society of Princeton, with its museum,
library and over 40,000 artifacts, manuscripts,
photographs and associated items from the 17th
century to the present. Adult and children's
programs plus
walking tours.
Open Tues.-Sun. Noon – 4 pm.
158 Nassau St.
Princeton 08542
(609) 921-6748
www.princetonhistory.org
Historic Morven
Trenton Battle Monument
The monument marks the site of the American
artillery emplacement that commanded the streets of
Trenton during the defeat of three Hessian
Regiments at the first Battle of Trenton on
Christmas Day, 1776. The granite monument is 150
feet high and an elevator ride offers a
commanding view.
Open Sat. 9 am – 4 pm, Sun. 1 pm – 4 pm.
348 N. Warren St.
Trenton 08638
(609) 737-0623
www.10crucialdays.org
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New Jersey State Museum
Four museums in one building offer a look at New
Jersey's history in forms such as fossils, quilts, fine
art, Native American tools and much more.
A museum café and gift shop are on site.
Open Mon.- Fri. 9 am – 5 pm, Sat. 9 am – 4 pm.
225 West State St.
Trenton 08625
(609) 292-6464
www.state.nj.us/state/museum
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Old Barracks Museum
Visit this historic building and see where British
troops were quartered during the French and Indian
War and later in the American Revolution. This is
the only barracks from the French and Indian War
still standing in the U.S. Visitors can see restored
18th century period rooms in its Officers Quarters
and Barracks. Living history programs are provided
regularly.
Open daily 10 am – 5 pm.
Barrack St.
Trenton 08625
(609) 396-1776
www.barracks.org
Princeton Battlefield State Park - Clark House
On Jan. 3, 1777, American troops under Gen.
George Washington achieved for the first time a
victory over British regulars in the field in what is
considered the fiercest fight of its size during the
American Revolution. This National Historic
Landmark includes the Thomas Clarke House
Museum, a Quaker meetinghouse, Revolutionary
War firearms and swords, the Mercer Oak and the
Princeton Battle Monument.
The park is open year round from dawn to dusk.
500 Mercer Rd.
Princeton 08540
(609) 921-0074
www.state.nj.us/dep/parksandforests/parks/princeton.html
William Trent House Museum
William Trent was a successful merchant who
established an outpost on the Delaware River around
1721 that later became known as "Trent's Town." This
Georgian-style house and gardens were built around
that time and today the City of Trenton operates this
National Landmark Museum with frequent exhibits
and programs for school groups on local and state
history.
Open daily 12:30 pm – 4 pm.
Tours by appointment.
15 Market St.
Trenton 08611
(609) 989-3027
www.williamtrenthouse.org
Washington Crossing State Park-Visitor Center &
Johnson Ferry House
Late at night on Dec. 25, 1776, Gen. George
Washington and his army of 2,400 ragged troops
crossed the icy Delaware River at this spot and went
on to defeat the Hessians in Trenton the next
morning. This park offers picnic facilities, an
interpretive center with exhibits, hiking trails and the
Johnson Ferry House that was used after the crossing
to launch the final assault on Trenton.
Hours, dawn to dusk.
355 Washington Crossing - Pennington Rd.
Titusville 08560
(609) 737-0623
www.state.nj.us/dep/parksandforests/parks/washcros
.html
New Jersey State House
Free 45-minute tours of America’s second oldest state
capitol building in continuous use. The Governor's
wing dates from 1872.
Open Mon. – Fri. 10 am - 4 pm, Sat. on the hour,
Noon – 3 pm. Groups of 10 or more require
reservations.
125 West State St.
Trenton 08625
(609) 633-2709
www.njleg.org
The Clark House
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Drumthwacket
This Greek Revival mansion, built in 1835, is the
official residence of New Jersey Governors. The
history of New Jersey is closely tied to the Olden,
Pyne and Spanel families that owned this residence
over the centuries prior to its transfer to the State of
New Jersey in 1966.
Open for free tours Wed. by reservation only.
354 Stockton St. (Rt. 206)
Princeton 08540
(609) 683-0591
www.drumthwacket.org www.drumthwacket.org
Nassau Hall
In 1756, when the college moved in, this was one of
Colonial America’s largest buildings. This was the
first permanent building of Princeton University and
enjoyed a colorful history during the
Revolutionary War.
Free one-hour campus tours four times daily
Mon. – Sat., twice Sun. afternoons.
Princeton University Campus
Nassau & Witherspoon Sts.
Princeton 08540
(609) 258-1766
www.webscript.princeton.edu/~oktour/index.php
Trenton City Museum at Ellarslie
An 1848 Italianate mansion in the midst of a
100-acre Olmsted designed park, with a permanent
exhibit on Trenton’s pottery industry.
Free, self-guided tours Tue. - Sat. 11 am – 3 pm,
Sun. 2 pm – 4 pm.
Cadwalader Park
Stuyvesant Ave. at Parkside Ave.
Trenton 08638
(609) 989-3632
www.ellarslie.org
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Howell Living History Farm
A 30-acre farm, run as it was in 1890-1910. Visitors
can join field, barn and craft programs or self-guided
tours to experience farm life 100 years ago.
Open April –Nov. Tue. – Sun. 10 am – 4 pm.
Program events Sat. 11 am – 3 pm. Free admission.
70 Wooden’s Lane
Titusville 08560
(609) 737-3299
www.howellfarm.org
Howell Living History Farm
New Jersey Civil War Flag Exhibit
On display are 53 of the 140 Civil War-era and
Spanish American War colors owned by the state.
Free admission Mon. – Fri. 9 am – 5 pm,
Sat. 9 am – 4 pm.
New Jersey Department of State
225 West State St.
Trenton 08625
(609) 292-6464
www.newjerseystatemuseum.org
Kuser Farm Mansion
This historic 17-room mansion, built in 1892, tells
the story of the Kuser family that has played a
prominent role in New Jersey's history. Many of the
early features, furniture and furnishings of this
summer country home are on display. Self-guided
walking tours and special events.
Open May - Nov., Thur.- Sun. 11 am – 3 pm.
Weekends in Feb. – April.
390 Newkirk Ave.
Hamilton 08650
(609) 890-3630
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Buccleuch Mansion Museum
This Georgian mansion built in 1739 is considered
one of New Brunswick's finest examples of colonial
architecture. Gen. George Washington was a
frequent visitor, as were British occupying troops.
Today the building is a historic house museum with
scenic wallpaper, folk art and Colonial, Federal and
Victorian era furniture. Call for appointment.
Buccleuch Park
Easton Ave.
New Brunswick 08901
(732) 745-5094
www.newbrunswick.com/historic.asp
Cornelius Lowe House-Middlesex County Museum
This classic Georgian manor house has changed little
since it was built in 1741. Today it Houses the Low
House Middlesex County Museum that contains
exhibits of regional history.
Open Tues.- Fri. 1 pm – 4 pm, Sun. 1 pm – 4 pm.
1225 River Rd.
Piscataway 08854
(732) 745-4177
www.cultureheritage.org
The Cranbury Museum
Cranbury is one of the oldest towns in New Jersey,
founded in 1697 and this building, built around
1834, today houses the Cranbury Historical &
Preservation Society. Exhibits include the
Tercentennial Quilt with 16 scenes from township
history, farm implements, tools, Native American
artifacts and an herb garden.
Open Sun. 1 pm – 4 pm and by appointment.
4 Park Place
Cranbury 08512
(609) 655-2611
www.cranbury.org/history/museum.htm
The Edison Memorial
Tower & Museum
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East Brunswick Museum
This museum is located in the historic district of Old
Bridge and displays a large collection of local
historical documents and artifacts. Historical exhibits
focus on central New Jersey artists.
Open Sat. - Sun. 2 pm – 5 pm.
16 Maple St.
East Brunswick 08816
(609) 249-3522
East Jersey Olde Towne Village
This recreated early New Jersey village contains 13
buildings from various sites that have been assembled
in one location.
Tours by appointment.
Open Tues.- Fri. 8:30 am – 4 pm, Sun. 1 pm – 4 pm.
Johnson Park
1050 River Rd.
Piscataway 08854
(732) 745-3030
www.cultureheritage.org
Museum of The American Hungarian Foundation
This museum was founded in 1954 to develop
further understanding and appreciation of
Hungarian culture and the unique historical heritage
of the Hungarian people in the U.S. The museum
holds collections of documents, 40,000 books
and archives.
Open Tues.- Sat. 11 am – 4 pm, Sun. 1 pm – 4 pm.
300 Somerset St.
New Brunswick 08903
(732) 846-5777
www.ahfoundation.org
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New Jersey Museum of Agriculture
Museum tells the story of the role of agriculture in
New Jersey’s past and present with permanent and
changing exhibits of historical agricultural artifacts
used by Native Americans and generations of more
recent farmers.
Open Tues.- Sat. 10 am – 5 pm.
103 College Farm Rd.
North Brunswick 08902
(732) 249-2077
www.agriculturemuseum.org
Thomas A. Edison Memorial Tower & Museum
Visit the world's first R&D center. Edison received
400 patents for projects developed at this site.
Edison's innovations include the incandescent light
bulb, wireless transmission (20 years before Marconi)
and the discovery of the Edison Effect in electronics.
Open Tues.- Sat. 10 am – 4 pm.
37 Christie St.
Edison 08820
(732) 549-3299
www.edisonnj.org/menlopark
Old School Baptist Church Museum
Historic church that dates to 1805 and today houses
the South River Historical & Preservation Society.
The museum features exhibits of the history of the
South River region. The church is on the New Jersey
Register of Historic Places.
Open 1st Sun. of the month, 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm.
64-66 Main St.
South River 08882
(732) 613-3078
www.rootsweb.com/~njsrhps/museum.html
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Fort Hancock Historic District
The fort has played a strategic role in defending the
approaches to New York harbor from 1895 until
1974. The Historic District traces the history of the
first U.S. Army Artillery Proving Ground and the
evolution of artillery technology from steam-lift gun
batteries through Nike Air Defense Missiles that were
deployed here. The Sandy Hook lighthouse, built in
1764, is the nation's oldest lighthouse still in use.
Visitors can tour historic officer's quarters, the Sandy
Hook Museum with exhibits of military memorabilia
and enjoy swimming, fishing, windsurfing, bird
watching and hiking.
Open daily, sunrise to sunset.
Sandy Hook Unit, Gateway National Historic Area
Rt. 36
Highlands
(732) 872-0115
www.nps.gov/gate
Allaire State Park
Allaire State Park-Allaire Village
Allaire Village is a well-preserved 19th century bog
iron producing community with a general store,
blacksmith shop, carpenter's shop, owner's house,
church and museum. Visitors can ride the Pine
Creek Railroad, the only steam-driven, narrow gauge
railroad running in New Jersey.
Open Memorial Day - Labor Day, Wed.- Sat.
11 am – 5 pm and Labor Day - Nov. and month of
May, weekends 10 am – 4 pm.
4265 Atlantic Ave. (Rt. 524)
Wall Township 07719
(732) 938-2371
www.allairevillage.org
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Historic Society Museum
Historic first public school building in Spring Lake
that dates back to 1897 with memorabilia and
changing collections that reveal life from Indian
times through the Victorian era to the present in
this shore community.
Open Sun. 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm, Thurs. 10 am – 12 pm.
5th & Warren Ave.
Spring Lake 07762
(732) 449-0772
www.springlake.org/historical/index.html
Historic Walnford
Country estate of the Waln family and former mill
village portrays life in a prosperous farming
community in western Monmouth County in the
late 1700s. The site includes an 1879 carriage house,
assorted outbuildings and farm structures.
Open daily 8:30 am - 4:30 pm.
78 Walnford Rd.
Allentown 08501
(609) 259-6275
www.monmouthcountyparks.com/parks/walnford.as
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Historical Society of Ocean Grove-Historic
Centennial Summer Cottage
Museum preserves the history of an old Camp
Meeting grounds site that was common in the 1800s.
Visitors can tour the Centennial Cottage and
museum and learn about the Victorian Seaside
Cottages and tents that circled the Great
Auditorium. Summer concerts and tours.
Museum hours: June - Aug., Mon., Wed., Thurs.
10 am – 4 pm, Fri - Sat. 10 am – 5 pm, Sept.
Wed - Sat. 10 am – 4 pm, Oct., Nov., Dec.
10 am – 4 pm.
50 Pitman Ave.
Ocean Grove 07756
(732) 744-1869
www.oceangrovehistory.org
Longstreet Farm
A restored living-history farm with costumed
employees engaged on this nine-acre farm just as they
were 100 years ago. Visitors can tour the house and
barn, milk the cows, see the sheep and pigs up close
and take a wagon ride during special events.
Open year round. Open Memorial Day - Labor Day
10 am – 5 pm, winters 10 am – 4 pm.
44 Longstreet Rd.
Holmdel 07733
(732) 946-3758
www.monmouthcountyparks.com/historic_sites/
historic_sites_main.asp
National Guard Militia Museum
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Monmouth Battlefield State Park-Craig House
One of the largest battles of the American
Revolution took place in the fields and forests that
now make up Monmouth Battlefield State Park. A
reenactment of the June 1778 battle is held every year
with authentically dressed troops camped out in the
park and situated in the fields for fighting. The
legend of Molly Pitcher is based on an event at this
battle. The Craig farmhouse was used as a field
hospital after the battle. On site interpreter, tours
and 25 miles of hiking trails are available.
Open all year, Memorial Day – Labor Day
8 am – 8 pm. Call for winter hours.
347 Freehold-Englishtown Rd.
Manalapan 07726
(732) 462-9616
www.state.nj.us/dep/parksandforests/parks/monbat.html
The Craig House
Monmouth County Historical Association
The association promotes five Revolutionary-Era and
19th century historic sites in Monmouth County, as
well as maintaining a library and archives of
important historical documents dealing with New
Jersey history.
Library and archives are open Wed. - Sat.
1 pm – 4 pm.
Historic buildings are open May - Sept., Thurs., Fri.,
Sat. 1 pm – 4 pm.
70 Court St.
Freehold 07728
732-462-1466
www.monmouthhistory.org
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National Guard Militia Museum of New Jersey
Displays of memorabilia and military equipment
used in conflicts by the militia and National Guard
of New Jersey since the American Revolution,
including a Civil War submarine. Home to the U.S.
War Veterans' Oral Histories Project.
Group tours available by appointment.
Open April - Oct. Tues. and Thurs. 10 am – 3 pm,
winter months Tues. and Thurs. 10 am – Noon.
Sea Girt Ave.
Sea Girt 08750
(732) 974-5966
www.nj.gov/military/museum
New Jersey Vietnam Veterans Memorial & Vietnam
Era Education Center
An open-air pavilion contains the engraved names of
New Jersey residents who either died or are MIA as a
result of the Vietnam War. The Education Center
contains exhibits, a resource center and offers
presentations, speakers and hosts events to present
factual information about this era. Group tours
available. The Memorial is open 24 hours a day. The
Education Center is open Tues. - Sat. 10 am – 4 pm.
Exit 116 on Garden State Parkway
Holmdel 07733
(732) 335-0033
www.njvvmf.org
Poricy Park-Murray Farmhouse & Barn
Visitors can hike 250 acres of woodlands and visit a
faithfully restored seven-room farmer's house and
barn built in 1770. Joseph Murray was an Irish
immigrant who became a local militia hero during
the Revolutionary War. A nature center offers adult
and children's programs throughout the year.
Open from dawn to dusk.
Nature Center open Mon. - Fri. 9 am – 4 pm.
Oak Hill Rd.
Middletown 07748
(732) 842-5966
www.poricypark.org
Sea Girt Lighthouse
Sea Girt Lighthouse
Nestled within an L-shaped Victorian building, the
Sea Girt Lighthouse first shone in 1896. Like most
lighthouses of the day, its “fourth-order” Fresnel lens
revolved on ball bearings driven by complex
clockworks. The interior of the lighthouse has been
meticulously restored by a local citizens’ committee
and furnished in keeping with its historical period.
Open Sun. 2 pm- 4 pm for tours.
Free admission.
Beacon Blvd. at the Beach
Sea Girt
(732) 974-0514
Vietnam Era Education Center
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SPOTLIGHT ON
THE GATEWAY
TO FREEDOM
E
xperience the nation’s Gateway to freedom, with
a visit to Ellis Island and the Statue of Liberty,
two living examples of America’s commitment
to freedom.
from French structural engineer Alexandre Gustave
Eiffel (designer of the Eiffel Tower), completed the
statue that was officially titled “Liberty Enlightening
the World.”
At Ellis Island, visitors can relive the experience of
more than 12 million immigrants who passed
through its doors between 1892 and 1954 and retrace
the history of the federal immigration-processing
center that opened on Jan. 1, 1892.
One year later, in June of 1885, the statue arrived in
New York Harbor. Dedicated on Oct. 28, 1886, the
Statue of Liberty is located on Liberty Island,
formerly Bedloe’s Island, in New York Harbor and
sits inside the star-shaped walls of Fort Wood. It lies
about 1/4-mile from Liberty State Park.
After undergoing a massive $162 million restoration,
Ellis Island today offers visitors an array of programs
including a genealogy workshop, theatrical
productions based on actual immigrant accounts, a
learning center, a museum and a new family history
research facility.
In immediate proximity to Ellis Island is the Statue
of Liberty, France’s gift to the United States that was
designed to commemorate the Centennial of
American Independence. In July of 1884, French
sculptor Frederic Auguste Bartholdi, with assistance
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Today, visitors can tour the historic statue and have
access to a museum, which offers a complete history
of the statue, along with a number of exhibits.
The Gateway Region offers visitors an opportunity to
see and experience firsthand two of the nation’s
premier historic sites that stand today as a living
tribute to America’s unyielding commitment to
freedom and opportunity for all.
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Cooper Mill
This restored 1826 mill on the Black River uses
2,000 lb. millstones to grind wheat, rye and
buckwheat. A six-ton waterwheel provides the power
in this facility, which was the center of community
life during the early 19th century.
Open May - Oct. weekends 10 am – 5 pm. Group
tours available by appointment.
Black River Park
Rt. 24 & State Park Rd.
Chester 07930
(908) 879-5463
www.morrisparks.net
The Stickley Museum at Craftsman Farms
This National Historic Landmark was the only house
designed by and built for Gustav Stickley, designer of
"Mission" furniture and a prominent figure in the
American arts and crafts movement in the
early 1900s.
Open April - Nov., Wed. - Fri. Noon – 3 pm,
Sat. - Sun. 11 am – 4 pm.
2352 Rt. 10 W.
Morris Plains 07950
(973) 540-1165
www.stickleymuseum.org
Barnyard at Fosterfields Living Historical Farm
Acorn Hall
Acorn Hall is the most intact and authentic
Victorian House in Morristown. It contains many
original furnishings from the time that the
Schermerhorn family who occupied the house in
1857. Today the house is the home of the Morris
County Historical Society and includes a Victorian
Research Library, 19th century style gardens, rare
oriental porcelains, rugs and other period artifacts.
Open Mon. - Thurs. 10 am – 4 pm,
Sun. 1 pm – 4 pm.
68 Morris Ave.
Morristown 07960
(973) 267-3465
www.acornhall.org
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Fosterfields Living Historical Farm
A living history farm with costumed farm workers
and domestic servants interpreting the lives of a farm
community of 100 years ago. Tours and special events
are held throughout the year. Livestock are on hand
as well.
Open April - Oct., Wed. - Sat. 10 am – 5 pm, Sun.
Noon – 5 pm.
73 Kahdena Rd.
Morristown 07960
(973) 326-7645
www.morrisparks.net
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Franklin Mineral Museum & Mine Replica
View thousands of local and worldwide minerals in
the "Fluorescent Mineral Capital of the
World." Tour a two level mine replica, go rock
collecting and explore zinc mining as it was done in
the early 1800s.
Open Mon. - Sat. 10 am – 4 pm, Sun 11 am - 4:30 pm.
32 Evans St.
Franklin 07416
(973) 827-3481
www.franklinmineralmuseum.com
Frelinghuysen Arboretum
In 1891, George Frelinghuysen constructed
Whippany Farm as his summer residence and now
we treasure it as a classic example of Colonial Revival
architecture, which today is the Frelinghuysen
Arboretum that has an extensive collection of trees,
shrubs and demonstration gardens. The Hagarty
Education Center provides space for classes, a
reference library and a visitor information center.
Visitor's center open daily 9 am - 4:30 pm, Grounds
open 8:30 am - dusk except major holidays.
53 East Hanover Ave.
Morristown 07962
(973) 326-7622
www.morrisparks.net
Lake Hopatcong Historical Museum
The history of New Jersey's largest lake through the
centuries is on exhibit in this 19th century locktender's house on the Morris Canal. Learn about the
building of the canal and the era when the lake was a
tourist mecca, with 40 hotels and rooming houses
hosting visitors to Bertrand Island Amusement Park.
Sun. Noon – 4 pm. Call for future hours.
Hopatcong State Park
Lakeside Blvd.
Landing 07850
(973) 398-2616
www.hopatcong.org/museum
Macculloch Hall Historical Museum & Gardens
A 20-room Federal-style mansion built in 1810 by
George Macculloch, who conceived of and built the
Morris Canal, that was a key to the growth of Morris
County's iron industry. Ten period rooms display
18th and 19th century furnishings, including prints
and drawings by political cartoonist Thomas Nast.
Open Wed., Thurs. & Sun. 1 pm – 4 pm. Closed
holidays. Gardens are open all year.
45 Macculloch Ave.
Morristown 07960
(973) 538-2404
www.maccullochhall.org
Historic Speedwell
In 1838, Alfred Vail and Samuel F.B. Morse first
publicly demonstrated the electromagnetic telegraph
at a cotton factory on Vail's estate. Stephen Vail was
also the owner and ironmaster of the Speedwell Iron
Works. The museum today has exhibits on the
revolution in communications that took place here
and the history of the Ironworks.
Open April - Oct., Wed. - Sat. 10 am – 5 pm, Sun.
Noon – 5 pm.
333 Speedwell Ave.
Morristown 07960
(973) 540-0211
www.morrisparks.net
Factory Building at Historic Speedwell
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Mead Hall
This 1836 mansion has been called the finest
example of Greek Revival architecture north of the
Mason Dixon Line. This building was owned at one
time by famous railroad financier Daniel Drew and
served as the center of the Drew Theological
Seminary until 1900.
Open daily 9 am – 5 pm. Tours by appointment on
Mon. 2 pm – 5 pm.
Drew University
36 Madison Ave.
Madison 07940
(973) 408-3559
Morris Museum
Georgian-style mansion, designed by the noted
architect Stanford White for Peter Frelinghuysen,
today is considered one of the foremost museums in
the state. Permanent and changing exhibitions of
fine arts, geology, history, natural science,
anthropology, Native Americans, dinosaurs and
model trains are on display.
Open Tues., Wed., Fri. & Sat. 10 am – 5 pm, Thurs.
10 am – 8 pm, Sun. 1 pm – 5 pm.
6 Normandy Heights Rd.
Morristown 07960
(973) 971-3700
www.morrismuseum.org
Museum of Early Trades & Crafts
Former library, built in 1905, today houses a
collection of pre-1860 tools and implements used by
workers and craftsmen who worked in factories,
shops, on farms and roads in the 18th and 19th
centuries. Interactive exhibits, demonstrations,
discovery days, treasure hunts and special programs
are held throughout the year.
Open Tues. - Sat. 10 am – 4 pm,
Sun. Noon – 5 pm.
Main St. & Green Village Rd.
Madison 07940
(973) 377-2982
www.rosenet.org/metc
New Jersey Fireman's Museum
Museum of antique fire fighting apparatus, with
exhibits relating to the history of fire fighting.
Open Mon.- Fri. 1 pm – 4 pm, Sat. & Sun.
1 pm - 3:30 pm.
565 Lathrop Ave.
Boonton 07005
(973) 334-0024
www.njmorriscountyonline.com/htm/boonton.
html
Morristown National Historical Park
America's first "National Historical Park" was
established in 1933 and today consists of four units
at different locations: Jockey Hollow, Fort Nonsense,
The New Jersey Brigade and the Ford Mansion that
served as Gen. George Washington's military
headquarters. See how 13,000 soldiers lived in winter
quarters during the cold winters of 1777 and 1779.
The museum will be closed for renovations
during 2006.
The four sites are open daily 9 am – 5 pm.
30 Washington Place
Morristown 07960
(908) 766-8215
www.nps.gov/morr
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Obadiah Latourette Grist & Saw Mill
Historic 1750 mill is currently being restored. The
complex is an excellent example of the first industry
in the Historic German Valley Historical District of
Morris County. Contains an excellent collection of
historical milling technology equipment.
Tours given most Sat. 10 am – 2 pm or
by appointment.
12 East Mill Rd.
Long Valley 07853
(908) 876-4478
Schuyler-Hamilton House Museum
Residence of Gen. George Washington's personal
physician, Dr. John Cochran. Washington's Aide de
Camp, Alexander Hamilton, visited here often to see
Betsy Schuyler, the niece of Dr. Cochran's wife. The
house is now owned and maintained by the
Daughters of the American Revolution.
Open Sun. 2 pm – 4 pm. Tours by appointment.
5 Olyphant Place
Morristown 07960
(973) 267-4039
Whippany Railway Museum
A 100-year-old fieldstone station of the Morristown
& Erie Railroad is now home to the only museum in
the North Jersey area devoted entirely to railroading.
Exhibits include historic equipment, rolling stock,
models, photos and artifacts that tell the story of the
role of railroads in New Jersey's history.
Open April - Oct. Sun. Noon – 4 pm.
1 Railroad Plaza (Rt.10 W. & Whippany Rd.)
Whippany 07981
(973) 887-8177
www.whippanyrailwaymuseum.org
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Beavertown Historical Society
The society maintains a museum and library dealing
with the history of Beavertown, known today as
Lincoln Park and the role of the Morris Canal in the
area's history and development.
Open 3rd Sun. of the month 2 pm – 5 pm.
137 Main St.
Lincoln Park 07834
(973) 694-8059
Boonton Historical Society & Museum
This society maintains the 1868 Dr. John Taylor
House and offers permanent and changing exhibits
about the history, arts and residents of Boonton.
Walking tours, evening programs are available.
Open Sat. 1 pm – 4 pm.
210 Main St.
Boonton 07005
(973) 402-8840
www.boonton.org
Bridget Smith House Museum
The Bridget Smith House, built in 1855, is among
the last surviving structures representing working
class housing from the era of iron mining in
Northern New Jersey. Displays include photos and
artifacts of the simple life of
Irish immigrants.
Open June - Oct. 1st three Sat. of each month
1 pm – 4 pm. Special tours available.
124 Randolph Ave.
Mine Hill 07803
(973) 659-9001
Butler Museum & Historical Committee
Former 1888 railroad station contains exhibits
relating to Butler's rich historic past, including the
American Hard Rubber Company's role in the town's
development. Educational program and an archive
are featured.
Open Sat.10 am – 2 pm.
One Ace Rd.
Butler 07405
(973) 838-7222
www.butlerborough.com
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Historical Society of the Township of Chatham
The historic Red Brick Schoolhouse houses the
museum dedicated to increasing the awareness and
preservation of the township's history. Permanent
and changing exhibits throughout the year.
Open 1st Sun. of each month 2 pm – 4 pm.
24 Southern Blvd.
Chatham 07928
(973) 635-4911
Denville Historical Society & Museum
The museum presents and preserves local history of
the town, with changing exhibits throughout the year
and tours of the one room Union Schoolhouse by
appointment.
Closed mid–Jan - mid-March, mid-August mid-Sept. Sat. 10 am – 4 pm.
113 Diamond Spring Rd.
Denville 07834
(973) 625-1165
www.denvillenj.org/hist_society.html
Historical Society of Florham Park
The Historical Society maintains the 1866 "Little Red
Schoolhouse" as a museum to preserve the artifacts
of local history as a farming community. Open 1st
Sun. of each month 2 pm – 4 pm.
Call ahead for tours.
Columbia Turnpike
Florham Park 07932
(973) 410-5304
Jewish Historical Society of Metrowest
The Jewish Historical Society collects, preserves and
chronicles the rich legacy of the largest Jewish
community in New Jersey. The society maintains
substantial archives, compiles oral histories, collects
historical artifacts and publishes a newsletter.
Open Weekdays 9 am – 4 pm.
901 Rt. 10 E.
Whippany 07981
(973) 929-2995
www.jhsmw.org
Borough of Kinnelon Historical Commission
The commission maintains the historic Meadtown
Schoolhouse and documents the historic sites in
order preserve the history of Kinnelon. The
Commission offers lectures, seminars and other
programs relating to local history.
Open Sat. 11 am – 3 pm.
Kinnelon Rd.
Kinnelon 07505
(973) 838-6208
Montville Historical Society & Museum
This museum was constructed in 1867 as a one-room
schoolhouse that later served as a gathering place for
temperance groups and as a post office. Today it's a
center for historical artifacts and history regarding
the town and the Morris Canal.
Open Sun. 1 pm – 4 pm, except July and August.
6 Taylortown Rd.
Montville 07045
(973) 334-3665
www.montville-township.org/boards/historical.shtml
Morris Plains Museum Association
The museum preserves the history of Morris Plains
by maintaining artifacts, records and documents
from the town's past. The museum coordinates oral
history projects and conducts tours of local
historical sites.
Open Sat. 10 am – 1 pm.
77 Glenbrook Rd.
Morris Plains 07950
(973) 683-1089
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Ralston Historical Association & Museum
In 1785, John Ralston built this structure, which
served as a general store and ultimately a local post
office. Today, it is maintained by the Ralston
Historical Association as a restored general store that
served the forges, wagon works, mills and the local
community.
Open June - Oct., Sun. and holidays
2 pm – 5 pm.
Group tours available by appointment.
313 Mendham Rd. W.
Mendham 07945
(973) 543-4712
www.ralstonmuseum.org
Friends Meeting House & Cemetery Association of
Randolph Township
The 1758 Friends Meeting House is the oldest
standing church in Morris County in continuous use
and possibly served as a stop on the Underground
Railroad during the Civil War era. Tours and
preservation outreach programs are offered to the
community.
Open Sun. Noon – 1 pm and by appointment.
190 Quaker Church Rd.
Randolph 07869
(973) 361-9427
Roxbury Historic Trust
The trust has restored and maintains two township
National Register properties---The King Store
Museum and the King Homestead Museum, both of
which were active and prosperous during the Morris
Canal era.
Open 2nd Sun. of the month 1 pm – 4 pm.
209 Main St.
Ledgewood 07852
(973) 927-7603
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Roxbury Township Historical Society/Silas Riggs
House
The society maintains the architecturally unique
saltbox style Silas Riggs House as a living history
museum that is representative of the crafts, skills and
living habits during Colonial times. Special events
are held throughout the year, a small archival
collection of documents is available for viewing.
Open 2nd Sun. of each month 1 pm – 4 pm.
61 Mount Hope Rd.
Rockaway 07866
(973) 584-6931
Tunis-Ellicks Historic House & Museum
An 1800 building with historic gardens and museum
collections provide a sense of daily life in a New
Jersey farming community. The house is encircled by
an authentic re-creation of an 1800 parlor garden,
with more than 120 varieties of herbs and perennials.
Open Thurs. 10 am – 4 pm.
Millbrook & Village Rds.
New Vernon 07976
(973) 292-0161
Washington Township Historical Society Museum
The historical society is housed in an 1830
schoolhouse and today preserves the history of
Washington Township with exhibits of local
historical and archaeological artifacts, antique tools
and collectibles.
Open Sun. 2 pm – 5 pm.
6 Fairview Ave.
Long Valley 07853
(908) 876-9696
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Barnegat Bay Decoy & Baymen's Museum
Museum at the recreated Tuckerton Seaport Village is
dedicated to the historic traditions and heritage of
the Jersey Shore. Museum collections tell the story of
the life of the baymen, including boat building,
oystering, clamming, decoy carving and more. Classic
boats, tools, photographs and artifacts are on display.
Open Wed. - Sun. 10 am - 4:30 pm
Tuckerton Seaport Village
120 West Main St. (Rt. 9)
Tuckerton 08087
(609) 296-8868
http://www.tuckertonseaport.org
Barnegat Lighthouse
A trip up the 217-step winding staircase of “Old
Barney” is well worth the 10-15 minute climb. The
view from the top is spectacular, with breathtaking
Island Beach State Park to the north, the 18 miles of
Long Beach Island to the south.
Barnegat Lighthouse State Park
Broadway at 3rd St.
Barnegat Light 08006
(609) 494-2016
http://www.state.nj.us/dep/forestry/parks/barnlig.htm
The Barnegat Lighthouse
Brick Township Historical Society/Havens
Homestead Museum
An 1827 farmhouse and adjoining 1846 inn are
home to the society that’s dedicated to portraying
19th century life. Exhibits include room furnishings,
decorations and Native American artifacts.
Open May - Oct. 10 am – Noon, Sun.
Noon – 2 pm.
521 Herbertsville Rd.
Brick 08723
(732) 785-2500
http://www.co.ocean.nj.us/museums/Brick/about.htm
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Bay Head Historical Society Museum
This 1867 Loveland Homestead farmhouse contains
maps, artifacts paintings, decoy carving tools and
furniture from 19th century life in this boat-building
community. The Dale Building includes boat models
of sail and rowing boats associated with this area.
Open May - Oct., Sat. - Sun. Noon – 4 pm.
Bridge & Bay Aves.
Bay Head 08742
(732) 892-2475
http://www.co.ocean.nj.us/museums.BayHead/about.htm
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Colonel Charles Waterhouse Historical Museum
Museum/art gallery with a collection of original
paintings, sculptures and illustrations by Col. [Ret.]
Charles Waterhouse, the U.S. Marine Corps' only
artist-in-residence. Historically accurate paintings
depict military and naval engagements from the
American Revolution to the present.
Open year-round, Thurs. - Sun., Noon – 4 pm.
17 Washington St.
Toms River 08753
(732) 818-9040
http://www.usmcartist.com
Double Trouble Village
This state park was originally a cranberry farm and
packing plant and the economic center of a company
town based in the Pine Barrens ecosystem. Today
visitors can view 14 historic structures including a
general store, schoolhouse, cottages and the
packinghouse. Hiking, canoeing, kayaking are
available on site.
Double Trouble State Park
Double Trouble Rd.
Bayville 08721
(732) 341-6662
http://www.state.nj.us/dep/parksandforests/parks/
double.html
Jackson Township Heritage
Commission/Prospertown Schoolhouse
This pre-1890 one-room schoolhouse contains local
area artifacts, furniture, glassware and blimp and
dirigible objects from the airship era.
Open year-round by appointment, Mon. - Fri.
9 am – 5 pm.
95 W. Veteran's Highway
Jackson 08527
(732) 928-1200 x 200
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Lakehurst Historical Society Museum
The oldest [1874] Roman Catholic Church in Ocean
County features airship, railroad and firefighting
memorabilia, early baseball uniforms, a 1913 jail cell
and charred remnants of the Hindenburg.
Open year-round, Wed. & Sun. Noon – 3 pm.
300 Center St.
Lakehurst 08733
(732) 657-8864
http://www.lakehurstnj.org/historysociety.html
Lakewood Heritage Museum
Museum celebrates Lakewood's rich past and its culturally diverse African American, Estonian, Jewish
and Latino heritages with photographs, vintage postcards and artifacts.
Mon. – Fri., 8 am - 3 pm, Sun. 2 pm - 4 pm.
655 Princeton Ave.
Lakewood 08701
(732) 363-2500 x 5283
http://www.Township.lakewood.nj.us
New Egypt Historical Society Museum
The restored 1825 Singleton farmhouse holds
artifacts, documents, maps and photographs from
New Egypt’s history.
Open year-round, Sun. 1 pm – 4 pm, Wed.
11 am – 1 pm.
125 Evergreen Rd.
New Egypt 08533
(609) 758-8111
http://www.newegypthistoricalsociety.com
New Jersey Museum of Boating
A 100-year-old boat-building shed celebrates the
work and craftsmanship of area boat builders. A
self-guided tour includes vintage ad posters, hull
drawings, photos, scale models, antique hardware,
radios, engines and commercial fishing exhibits.
Open year-round, Sat. - Sun. 10 am – 4 pm.
1800 Bay Ave.
Point Pleasant 08742
(732) 295-2072
http://www.njmb.org
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Ocean County Historical Society Museum
The historic 15-room Pierson-Sculthorp House, built
in stages between 1820-1866, today displays exhibits
of Native American artifacts, Revolutionary and Civil
War mementos, fossils and recovered objects from
the 1937 wreck of the Hindenburg plus a library and
research center.
Open year-round, Tues. - Thurs., 1 pm – 4:30 pm,
Sat. 10 am – 2 pm.
26 Hadley Ave.
Toms River 08753
(732) 341-1880
www.oceancountyhistory.org
Tuckerton Seaport
This 40-acre recreated maritime village is dedicated to
preserving the heritage of the Jersey Shore baymen.
The Seaport includes historically accurate recreated
structures including Tucker's Island Lighthouse,
hunting shanty, sawmill, decoy carving shop, boat
works, sea captain's house and more.
Open year-round 10 am – 5 pm.
120 W. Main St. (Rt. 9)
Tuckerton 08087
(609) 296-8868
www.tuckertonseaport.org
Point Pleasant Historical Society Museum
This museum offers a growing collection of items
and photographs from Gotlieb's Store, Ocean Road
School, Cook Homestead and World War II
era scrapbooks.
Open year-round 2nd Thurs., 1 pm – 4 pm or by
appointment.
416 New Jersey Ave.
Point Pleasant Beach 08742
(732) 892-3091
www.pointpleasanthistory.com
Toms River Seaport Society & Maritime Museum
The 1868 Joseph Francis estate and carriage house
contain 35 restored indigenous small craft, such as
the 12-foot Sneakbox that sailed from New York City
to Miami in 1925. Marine artifacts, a library and a
boat restoration workshop are also available
to visitors.
Open year-round, Tues., Thurs., Sat.
10 am – 2 pm.
78 E. Water St. at Hooper Ave.
Toms River 08753
(732) 349-9209
www.tomsriverseaport.com
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Brandywine Shoal
Tuckerton Historical Society/Giffordtown
Schoolhouse Museum
An 1886 era two-room schoolhouse with artifacts
from Tuckerton and Little Egg Harbor, early Quaker
societies, the Tuckerton Railroad and Tuckers Island
along with relics from the razed 1912 German-built
820-foot Tuckerton Wireless Radio Tower.
Open June – Sept. Wed. 10 am - 4 pm,
Sat. 2 pm – 4 pm.
35 Leitz Blvd. (Off Rt. 9)
Tuckerton 08087
(609) 294-1547
http://www.co.ocean.nj.us/museums/index.htm
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Dey Mansion
A superb example of Georgian architecture,
achieved national recognition as Gen. George
Washington’s Revolutionary War headquarters.
Open Wed. – Sun. 8:30 am - 4:30 pm.
Call for tour hours.
Dey Mansion
199 Totowa Rd.
Wayne 07470
(973) 696-1776
Great Falls State Park
The Great Falls is the second-highest on the east
coast, second only to Niagara Falls in New York,
that thunders over a rocky ledge, 70 feet deep,
about 60 feet wide to a broad basin descending
20 feet through traprock and sandstone to the
City of Paterson.
McBride Ave. Extension & Spruce St.
Paterson 07501
(973) 279-9587
The Patterson Museum
Botto House/American Labor Museum
The American Labor Museum is a private,
non-profit organization dedicated to perpetuating
the history of the labor movement, as well as the
culture and ethnicity of working people in the
United States.
83 Norwood St.
Haledon 07508
(973) 595-7953
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Hamilton-Van Wagoner House
The house represents the pioneer homesteads
that once dotted what was known as “old
Acquackanonk.” With its graceful gambrel roof
and red sandstone, the house reflects many of
the characteristics of the architecture of early
New Jersey Dutch colonists.
Tue., Wed., Thur., 1 pm - 4 pm.
1st Sun. of each month 2 pm – 4 pm.
971 Valley Rd.
Clifton 07013
(973) 744-5707
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Lambert Castle
This 1892 brownstone and granite mansion was
built by Catholina Lambert, a wealthy silk mill
owner with facilities in Paterson. The first floor
of the mansion today holds the Passaic County
Historical Museum and Library, with exhibits of
artwork, archives, historical artifacts and 19th
century period rooms.
Open Wed. - Fri. 1 pm – 4 pm, Sun. 1 pm – 4 pm.
The museum is closed from mid Oct. to mid Dec.
3 Valley Rd.
Paterson 07503
(973) 247-0085
www.lambertcastle.org
Long Pond Ironworks Museum
In 1766, Peter Hasenclever, a German
ironmaster, brought 500 ironworkers from his
native country to build an ironworks. Today the
ruins of three furnaces and other unique
structures remain in a beautiful setting within
Long Pond Ironworks Historic District. The Old
Country Store now houses the Long Pond
Ironworks Museum. Tours offered the 2nd
weekend of each month from April - Nov.
Museum hours Sat. - Sun. 1 pm – 4 pm.
1334 Greenwood Lake Turnpike
West Milford 07480
(973) 657-1688
www.state.nj.us/dep/parksandforests/parks/
longpond.html
Paterson Museum
From its location in the Great Falls District at
the site of the Rogers Locomotive Factory, this
museum shows the evolution of Paterson as an
important industrial center in the early days of
the United States. Exhibits include papers of
submarine inventor John Holland, manuscripts,
dyeing and weaving equipment from the silk
industry, rare Colt firearms, an extensive
minerals collection and contemporary art.
Open Tues. - Fri. 10 am – 4 pm, Sat. & Sun.
12:30 pm - 4:30 pm.
Thomas Rogers Building
2 Market St.
Paterson 07501
(973) 321-1260
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Lambert Castle
Ringwood Manor/Ringwood State Park
The history of the Ringwood area as a center for
iron mining and forging before the
Revolutionary War is the central theme of this
park. Visitors can tour the 51-room Ringwood
Manor House, barns, stables, gardens and see the
exhibits and 19th century paintings of long ago.
The 44-room Skylands Manor is a stone and
timber mansion constructed in the 1920s that
serves as the focal point for the State
Botanical Gardens.
Open throughout the year for visits and tours,
call ahead for specific hours for each site. 1304
Sloatsburg Rd.
Ringwood 07456
(973) 962-7031
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Hancock House
This 1734 house is an excellent example of an
English Quaker patterned brick structure
associated with this region. Members of the
Hancock family were tragically involved in a
Revolutionary War incident in which British
troops massacred unarmed local militia and
civilians in this house. Open Wed. - Sat. 10 am Noon, Sun. 1 pm – 4 pm.
3 Front St.
Hancock's Bridge 08038
(856) 935-4373
www.state.nj.us/dep/parksandforests/historic/
hancockhouse/hancockhouse-index.htm"
The Hancock House
Church Landing Farmhouse Museum
This farmhouse is located at the site of a former
ferry across the Delaware River to Wilmington,
Delaware. The Pennsville Historical Society has
restored the house, flower and herb gardens to
show how farm life was lived at the time of the
Civil War.
Open Sun. & Wed. 1 pm – 3 pm.
86 Church Landing Rd.
Pennsville 08070
(856) 678-4453
www.pvhistorical.njcool.net/museum.html
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Fort Mott State Park
The fort was built in 1872 as part of a three-fort
defense system designed for the Delaware River.
The fort reflects improvements made in 1896 in
anticipation of the Spanish-American War.
Visitors can walk to Finns Point National
Cemetery, where 2,500 Confederate prisoners of
war and 300 Union soldiers are buried. Seasonal
ferry service to Historic Fort Delaware is nearby.
Open daily dawn to dusk.
454 Fort Mott Rd.
Pennsville 08070
(856) 935-3218
Salem County Historical Society Museum &
Library
This museum was founded in 1884 and today is
housed in four interconnected historic homes.
The centerpiece is the 1721 Alexander Grant
Mansion House. Exhibits include "Salem in the
Revolutionary War," Wistarburg Glass, decorative
arts, textiles, and period artifacts.
Open Tues. - Sat. Noon – 4 pm.
79-83 Market St.
Salem 08079
(856) 935-5004
www.salemcountyhistoricalsociety.com
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Photo Credits: Patricia Robinson
SPOTLIGHT ON
THE
OF
BATTLE
MONMOUTH
V
isitors with a keen appreciation of America’s
Revolutionary War history won’t want to
miss the annual reenactment of the Battle at
Monmouth held every June at Monmouth
Battlefield State Park.
The annual reenactment is one of the largest in
the nation that draws 20,000 spectators a year
and is based on the battle of June 28, 1778,
which marked the beginning of the end of
British rule over the 13 American colonies.
It involved both ground forces and artillery units
that exchanged bullets and cannonballs during
the daylong battle in blistering heat. Visitors will
be engulfed by the realism of the reenactment
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that features both cannon and musket fire and
authentically dressed troops camped out in
the park.
In addition to the “soldiers,” there are livinghistory camps with family members dressed in
period clothing, merchants and ongoing artillery,
infantry and cavalry demonstrations.
The event commemorates the period in our
history when the French-Continental alliance
forced the British on the defensive.
They evacuated Philadelphia and marched across
New Jersey toward their base in New York City
with 20,000 men and 1,500 vehicles.
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General Washington moved his 15,000-man army
from Valley Forge to pursue the enemy. Washington
did not want to endanger the Continental Army in
an all-out battle, but politics and morale required
some action against the British Columns.
The British arrived in Monmouth on June 26, 1778.
With the temperature nearing 100 degrees, the Red
Coats were staggering from the heat and humidity.
On the evening of June 27, 1778, Washington arrived
at nearby Englishtown and ordered Major General
Charles Lee – commander of a 5,000-man advance
force – to attack the rear of the British contingent
the next morning.
husband collapsed from the brutal heat, she took his
place at the cannon and fought on. For her brave
deed, history has named her Molly Pitcher.
The Battle at Monmouth cemented Washington’s role
as commander of the Revolution and proved that the
American fighting man was the equal of Europe’s
best soldiers.
Lee had voted against attacking the British. He
believed the British were better trained and would
maul the Continentals. But Lee was unaware of the
strength of the American Army. The troops had
spent their time at Valley Forge training and were
better organized than ever before.
Despite his reluctance, Lee was drawn into battle
with the British. By mid-morning on the 28th, Lee
thought he saw an opportunity to encircle the British
1,500-man rear guard. As the Continentals moved to
attack, they were surprised by the rapid return of
8,000 additional British infantry and the
Continental advance force began a confused retreat.
One fabled hero to emerge from the fight was Mary
Ludwig Hays, wife of Pennsylvania artilleryman
William Hays. During the war, she carried water to
swab out the heated cannon barrels. But when her
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Photo courtesy Patricia Robinson
Angered by Lee’s failure, Washington ordered Lee to
fight a delaying action while he organized the main
Continental Army in a defensive position.
Washington planned to resume the battle the next
day, but the British managed to slip away during the
night. Neither side emerged a clear winner, but the
American forces had proven themselves as a
professional fighting force.
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Brick Academy
In 1809 the Basking Ridge Classical School opened
in this building, to prepare young men for admission
to the College of New Jersey, the original name of
Princeton University. Today this building is home to
the Historical Society of Somerset Hills.
Open the 1st & 3rd Wed. of each month
9:30 am - Noon, or by appointment.
Museum Open Sun. 2 pm - 4 pm except summer
and holidays.
15 West Oak St.
Basking Ridge 07920
(908) 221-1770
Dirck Gulick House
This 1752 home is a rare example of a Dutch built
stone house in a community of frame houses. Today
the home of Dirck Gulick, an original settler in the
community, is the residence of the Van Harlingen
Historical Society, with a comprehensive archives and
research facility.
Open 4th Sat. of the month 10 am - Noon.
508 Belle Mead-Blawenburg Rd.
Montgomery 08502
(908) 359-3498
Old Dutch Parsonage
1860 House
This 1860 mansion was once part of the 500 acre
Van der Veer family farm. Today it houses the
Montgomery Cultural Center, which offers
environmental and cultural arts programs.
Open Tue. – Fri. 10 am - 3 pm, Sun.
1 pm - 4 pm. Closed Monday.
124 Montgomery Rd.
Montgomery 08558
(609) 921-3272
http://montgomerycenterforthearts.org is under
construction
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Kirch Ford House
An early 18th century vernacular dwelling, one of the
oldest homes in the township. Capt. William Ford
owned the house during the American Revolution. It
also was the home of Thomas Terrell, first clerk of
Warren Township. Visitors can see a beehive oven, a
secret room and historical artifacts.
Open 2nd Sun. of the month April – Dec.
2 pm - 4 pm. Closed July.
1 Reinman Rd.
Warren Township 07059
(908) 753-8000
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Blackwells Mills Canal House
Built around 1835, one of many dwellings erected for
the men and women who operated the swinging
bridges along the Delaware & Raritan Canal. A
bridge tenders house, wooden bridge and mill site
are reminders of life when the canal was the
lifeblood of New Jersey. Picnic tables, hiking
trails and fishing.
Open sunrise to sunset.
598 Canal Rd.
Somerset 08873
(732) 873-2133
www.state.nj.us/dep/parksandforests/parks/drcanal.
html
Franklin Inn
Built circa 1752 as the home of Cornelius and Anje
Van Liew. Used by Gen. Charles Cornwallis as a
headquarters during the Revolutionary War. It was
converted to an inn by John Wyckoff in 1829. An
excellent example of 18th century Dutch
architecture, now serves as a used-book store.
Open Sat. & Sun. 1 pm – 4 pm, Wed.
Noon – 3 pm, tours on 2nd Sun. of each month.
2371 Amwell Rd.
Somerset 08875
(732) 873-5244
www.themeadowsfoundation.org/franklin-inn.html
Hageman Farm
Built circa 1810 with a large Victorian Italianate
addition in 1865. The site also includes a 19th
century Victorian bank barn, a 20th century dairy
barn and a 19th century carriage house. The barns
are being restored for use as a community art and
program center.
205 S. Middlebush Rd.
Somerset 08875
(732) 873-8718
www.themeadowsfoundation.org/hageman.html
Van Liew-Suydam House
Located on a picturesque hilltop, the house was
constructed in 1875 by Peter Suydam. It is a fine
example of a Victorian-Italianate agricultural dwelling
common to the eastern seaboard in the mid 19th
century. It is being restored as a community center.
280 S. Middlebush Rd.
Somerset 08875
(732) 873-3417
Van Wickle House (The Meadows)
Constructed circa 1722 it is an excellent example of
18th century colonial architecture influenced by the
Dutch, Flemish and English.
1289 Easton Ave.
Somerset 08873
(732) 828-7418
www.themeadowsfoundation.org/index.html
Wallace House
This Dutch-framed, Georgian dwelling was constructed
in 1776. It served as Gen. Washington's headquarters
from December 1778 to June 1779 when the
Continental Army was stationed at Camp
Middlebrook. State historic site.
Open Wed. – Sat. 10 am -Noon & 1 pm - 4 pm,
Sun. 1 pm - 4 pm. Reservations required two weeks
in advance for groups of 10 or more.
71 Somerset St.
Somerville 08876
(908) 725-1015
www.somervillenj.org/bdhist.html
The Wallace House
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Morristown National Historical Park
The New Jersey Brigade of 1,300 men camped a few
miles south of Gen. Washington's main army camped
at Jockey Hollow during the "hard winter" of 17791780. Washington selected this area because of its
strategic location in the Watchung Mountains and
since it was heavily wooded from which shelters
could be constructed. Archaeological investigation in
1968 revealed a road leading to Morristown from the
encampment where a number of huts were discovered.
It became part of the Morristown National Historical
Park in 1969.
Hardscrabble & Jockey Hollow Rds.
Bernardsville 07924
(973) 539-2016 or (973) 543-4030
www.nps.gov/morr
Old Dutch Parsonage
Built in 1751 for the Rev. John Frelinghuysen.
Theological classes held here and were the beginning
of Queens College, later Rutgers University. State
historic site.
Open Wed. –Sat. 10 am - Noon & 1 pm - 4 pm, Sun.
1 pm - 4 pm. Reservations required two weeks in
advance for groups of 10 or more people.
71 Somerset St.
Somerville 08876
(908) 725-1015
www.somervillenj.org/bdhist.html
Old Millstone Forge
Features a blacksmith shop constructed in the early
19th century.
Open Sun. 1:30 pm –4 pm in the spring and fall,
from April 1 to June 30 and the 3rd Sun. in
Sept. to the last Sun. in Nov.
North River Rd.
Millstone 08535
(732) 873-2803
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Relief Hose Company No. 2
Constructed in 1894, it is a well-preserved example of
a High Victorian Gothic-style firehouse. Its
distinctive features include a three-story tower,
stained-glass windows, Art Nouveau signage and
sandstone trim. In addition to its use as the fire
company headquarters, it also served as a municipal
building, meetinghouse and town library. It
continues to be used by the fire company and was
recently restored.
16 Anderson St.
Raritan 08869
(908) 806-6100
Rockingham
Headquarters of Gen. George Washington in 1783
while he attended sessions of the Continental
Congress in Princeton. He wrote his "Farewell Orders
to the Armies of the United States" from this house.
John Harrison constructed the earliest section of the
house between 1702 and 1710. Later additions were
made in the 1760s by John Barren, a prosperous
farmer and New Jersey Superior Court justice. State
historic site.
Open Wed. – Sat., 10 am - Noon, Sun. 1 pm - 4 pm.
84 Laurel Ave.
Kingston 08528
(609) 683-7132
www.rockingham.net
Rocky Hill Community House
The house, constructed in the vernacular Federal and
Greek Revival styles, is believed to have been built by
Benjamin Hatwick circa 1835. It is one of the earliest
surviving buildings in Rocky Hill and contains much
original exterior and interiors features. It is now
operated by the Rocky Hill Community Group.
62 Washington Ave. (Rt. 518)
Rocky Hill 08553
(609) 924-7445
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Somerville Fire Museum
This Italianate-style building was constructed in 1888
for the West End Hose Company and was the home
of the borough's first horse-drawn fire truck. The fire
museum now showcases antique fire-fighting
equipment and numerous pictures and citations
showing the evolution of the Somerville Fire
Department.
Open Sat. 10 am - Noon or by appointment.
15 N. Doughty St.
Somerville 08876
(908)-526-7098 or (908)-526-4828 (after 5 pm)
www.somervillefd.com/museum.htm
Van Derventer/Branson House (Vermeule
Mansion)
Located on the site of the "Blue Hills Plantation," the
house is an example of the French Second Empire
and Colonial Revival styles. Constructed in the mid
19th century, the house is now home to the
Fleetwood Museum of Art and Photographica.
Tours Sat. 10 am - 4 pm or by appointment, closed
holidays.
614 Greenbrook Rd.
North Plainfield 07060
(908) 756-7810
Van Horne House
The house probably dates back to the mid 18th century and was extensively remodeled in the 19th and
20th centuries. The 1930s and 1940s remodeling was
in the Colonial Revival style and is especially
significant. It was the site of numerous important
events during the Revolutionary War including a portion of the fighting during the Battle of Bound
Brook. It was used at various times by Gens. Lincoln,
Stirling, Lee and Cornwallis. The house is currently
being restored.
Open by appointment only.
941 Main St.
Bridgewater 08807
(732) 356-8856
www.heritagetrail.org
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Van Veghten House
Built in the early 1700s, this brick Dutch vernacular
house served as headquarters for Quartermaster Gen.
Nathaniel Green in the winter of 1778-79.
House and library open April 1- Dec. 1, the second
Sat. of each month from Noon - 4 pm.
9 Van Veghten Rd. (off Finderne Ave.)
Bridgewater 08807
(908) 218-1281
home.att.net/~SomersetCountyHistoricalSociety
Washington Campground/Middlebrook
Encampment.
Site of two encampments of major portions of
Washington's Continental Army, early summer of 1777
and the winter of 1778-1779. First official 13-star flag
was flown over Washington's troops here.
Middlebrook Rd.
Bridgewater 08807
(732) 563-0063
Washington Rock State Park
The strategic location of Washington Rock, with a
30-mile panoramic view of the Raritan Valley, made it
a valuable lookout point for Gen. Washington in June
of 1777 during the first Middlebrook Encampment
and the Battle of Short Hills.
Washington Ave.
Green Brook 08812
(201) 915-3401
Wyckoff-Garretson House
Built circa 1730 by John Wyckoff, one of the earliest
settlers in the area, with an addition in 1805 by
Samuel Garretson. The house is a remarkably intact
example of Dutch house framing techniques. It is
being restored as a center for the interpretation of
Dutch culture in Somerset County.
215 S. Middlebush Rd.
Somerset 08873
(732) 873-1792 or (732) 873-3417
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Waterloo Village
Barrett House Museum
The museum is filled with artifacts and antiques
showing life in the 19th century and features
seasonal displays. An 1850’s kitchen garden was
started during the spring by the Master Gardeners
Group and is open all year on Sat. & Sun.1 pm –
4 pm or by appointment.
173 Barrett Rd.
Highland Lakes 07422
(973) 764-8554 or (973) 764-8989
Foster-Armstrong House
Listed on the National Historic Register, the house
dates to c.1790 and features varied exhibits and
displays of local interest.
Open Sun. 1 pm – 4 pm during the summer or by
appointment.
320 River Rd.
Montague 07827
(973) 293-3106
www.montaguenj.org/march/march.htm
D.A.R. Elias Van Bunschooten Museum
The museum is a restored 1787 Colonial Dutch
house with outbuildings that contains period
furnishings and a Genealogy Library.
Open May 15 - Oct.15 Thurs. - Sat. 1 pm - 4 pm or
by appointment.
1097 Rt. 23 N.
Sussex 07461
(973) 875-7634 or (973) 875-5335
Franklin Mineral Museum
Features fluorescent, local and worldwide minerals.
Some species are found nowhere else on earth. Other
exhibits: a two-level mine replica, Native American
relics and fossils. Collect rocks on an open mine
tailings dump.
Open Daily April – Nov. Mon. - Fri. 10 am - 4 pm,
Sat. 10 am - 5 pm, Sun. 11 am – 5 pm.
32 Evans St.
Franklin 07416
(973) 827-3481
www.franklinmineralmuseum.com
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Garris Center
Restored turn-of-the-century ice-cream parlor, private
residence, blacksmith shop and museum. There’s a
small theatre, which is used for many events
including dramatic productions. A reconstructed
1825 log cabin was relocated from Frankford
Township to Waterloo Village, Byram Township
where it is open to visitors on a daily basis
throughout the tourist season.
Broad St.
Branchville 07826
(973) 948-6662
Monroe Stone Schoolhouse
Completely restored early 19th century one room
schoolhouse.
Museum is open Memorial Day - Labor Day on the
first Sun. of the month. Group tours by appointment.
3145 Rt. 94
Hardyston 07419
(973) 663-0075
Roberts Stonehouse
Located within the Delaware Water Gap National
Recreation Area. Maintained as a museum, which
reflects its past use as an early schoolhouse and
repository of early Montague history.
Open Sun. 1 pm – 4 pm during the summer or by
appointment.
501 Rt. 206
Montague 07827
(973) 293-3106
Newton Fire Museum
Call for hours, tours by appointment.
150 Spring St.
Newton 07860
(973) 383-0396
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Sterling Hill Mining Museum
New Jersey’s only underground mine tour 1 - 2 hour
presentation.
Open daily March 1 - Nov. 30. Tours at 1 pm or by
appointment, Jan. & Feb.
30 Plant St.
Ogdensburg 07439
(973) 209-7212
www.sterlinghill.org
Sussex County Historical Society
The Society Museum includes a collection of Sussex
County memorabilia and a library of local histories,
genealogies, ledgers and maps.
Call for hours.
82 Main St.
Newton 07860
(973) 383-6010
Waterloo Village
Waterloo is a living history restoration nestled on the
banks of the Musconetcong River. Guests can tour
the Victorian homes, blacksmith shop, grist and
sawmill, the re-created Lenape Indian Village and
much more. A variety of music and ethnic festivals,
as well as historic programs, antiques and craft shows
are held annually. Parking, picnicking and food
concessions are available. Group rates available. The
Meeting House is available for private and
corporate functions year round.
Call for details.
525 Waterloo Rd.
Stanhope 07874
(973) 347-0900
www.waterloovillage.org
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SPOTLIGHT ON
CAPE MAY
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tep back in time and experience America’s
Victorian era realistically captured in Cape May.
The town was established in the early 1800s and
billed as the “Queen of Seaside Resorts.” Cape May
became a lavish and thriving community of hotels,
oceanside entertainment and opulent private resort
homes. A great deal of the town’s cherished
architectural heritage was developed during the period.
But disaster struck in 1878, when a raging fire
destroyed almost half of the city. Cape May and its
residents quickly rebounded rebuilding in the
Victorian architectural style of the city.
Both residents and visitors wanted to retain the city’s
former grandeur. That grandeur exists today through
the Victorian restoration and preservation efforts.
In 1976, Cape May was declared a National Historic
Landmark City. With that designation and the work
of residents and elected officials, Cape May today
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boasts 600 restored Victorian buildings.
Travelers can visit the Emlen Physick Estate, Cape
May’s only Victorian House Museum, or the
Chalfonte Hotel, Cape May’s oldest operating hotel
that features elaborate gingerbread trim.
Trolley and walking tours, both guided and self
guided, of Cape May’s Historic District are also
available and visitors can immerse themselves in
Victorian history, stroll down gas-lit streets and
experience the meticulously restored Victorian
homes and buildings, Cape May’s unique shops
and distinctive Bed & Breakfasts.
The city also hosts a spring music festival, Victorian
week each October and Victorian Christmas events.
When in the Southern Shore Region, be sure to visit
Bridgeton, New Jersey’s largest Historical District with
more than 2,000 homes and buildings from the
Colonial, Federalist and Victorian periods.
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Littell-Lord & Farmhouse Museum
A 1750 era cottage and an 1880 Grandmother House,
stone springhouse and corncrib are the focus of this
18-acre property. The Historical Society of Berkeley
Heights maintains this property.
Open: 3rd Sun. of the month, May - Oct.,
2 pm – 4 pm or by appointment.
31 Horseshoe Rd.
Berkeley Heights 07922
(908) 464-0961
Dr. William Robinson Plantation-Museum
This post-medieval English-style house was built
around 1690 and served as the home and office of
Dr. Robinson, who performed Chirurgery or surgery.
This facility is currently under renovation by the
Clark Historical Society.
Open: 1st Sun. of each month, April - Dec.,
1 pm – 4 pm. Call to confirm times.
593 Madison Hill Rd.
Clark 07066
(732) 381-3600
Liberty Hall
Deserted Village of Feltville
In 1845 David Felt, a paper manufacturer from New
York, developed a village to manufacture stationery,
pads, journals and paper products. The concept of
marble paper was developed here. The development
failed in1882 and the village residents moved away.
Ten buildings are under restoration, with a carriage
house planned for a reopening in the spring of 2006.
Grounds are open dawn to dusk.
Cataract Hollow Rd.
Berkeley Heights 07922
(908) 527-4900
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Crane-Philips House Museum
"The Little House on the Rahway" is an 1840 cottage
that is a living history museum of life in the 1870s in
a community on the Rahway River.
Open, Sun. Sept. - June, 2 pm – 4 pm or by
appointment.
124 Union Ave. N.
Cranford 07016
(908) 276-0082
Woodruff House/Eaton Store Museum
The original 1735 Woodruff House, 1900s Eaton
store, and a barn contain products and artifacts from
different centuries that reveal rural life in New Jersey.
The museum also features memorabilia of Hillside
resident and Baseball Hall of Fame player Phil Rizzuto.
Open 3rd Sun. of each month, 2 pm – 4 pm or by
appointment.
111 Conant St.
Hillside 07205
(908) 353-8828
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Boxwood Hall State Historic Site
Elias Boudinot, President of the Continental
Congress, lived in this 1750 house when the town
was known as Elizabethtown. He later sold the house
to Jonathan Dayton, the youngest signer of the
Constitution. Exhibits of 18th and 19th century
furniture are on display.
Open Mon. - Sat., 9 am – Noon & 1 pm – 5 pm.
1073 E. Jersey St.
Elizabeth 07207
(973) 648-4540
www.state.nj.us/dep/parksandforests/historic/
index.html
Boxwood Hall
Deacon Andrew Hetfield House
The first of three stages of this historic house was
constructed in 1760 for the Hetfield family. Visitors
can see a Victorian era bay window, Colonial
kitchen and Victorian parlor with period antiques
and artifacts.
Open March - May, Sept. & Oct. on the 3rd Sun. of
the month, 1 pm – 3 pm.
Constitution Plaza
Mountainside 07092
(908) 687-3636
The Saltbox Museum
The Garrison/Dickinson/Genung house represents
the joining together of two separate structures in the
mid 1800s. Features exhibits of living areas, clothes,
utensils and historical artifacts of life in the
late 1700s.
Open 1st and 3rd Sun. of each month (except. Dec.),
1 pm – 3 pm, Thurs. 10 am – Noon.
1350 Springfield Ave.
New Providence 07974
(908) 665-1065
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Drake House Museum
This Colonial farmhouse was built by Isaac Drake in
1741 as a wedding present for his son. Public
museum with exhibits that include the Drake family
bible, the original deed (1743) and Victorian life of
the Harberger family that came to occupy the house.
Open Sat. 11 am – 1 pm, Sun. 2 pm – 4 pm.
602 W. Front St.
Plainfield 07060
(908) 755-5831
www.drakehousemuseum.tripod.com
Merchants & Drovers Tavern
This Federal Style tavern, built in 1795, is the only
remaining 18th century stagecoach tavern in the city
and one of only four in Union County. The smaller
Terrill Tavern (circa 1750) serves as a museum shop.
Visitors can see parlors, taprooms, bedrooms, servant
quarters and period antiques representative of early
tavern life in the 1820s.
Open Thurs. & Fri., 10 am – 4 pm, 1st & 3rd Sat.,
10 am – 4 pm, 2nd & 4th Sun., 1 pm – 4 pm.
1632 St. Georges Ave.
Rahway 07065
(732) 381-0441
www.merchantsanddrovers.org
Roselle Park Museum
This museum exhibits the history of Roselle Park
from Native American days to the present. Visitors
can learn about radio station WDY and historical
events from the town's past, including the first
regularly scheduled radio broadcast, Marconi's
manufacturing role in the town's history and more.
Open Mon. 7 pm - 9 pm, Wed., 10 am – 2 pm.
9 West Grant Ave.
Roselle Park 07204
(908) 245-1776
www.rosellepark.net
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Osborn Cannonball House
This 1700s white clapboard house was hit by a
cannonball fired by local militia during a skirmish
with British troops during the Revolutionary War.
Exhibits of the restored kitchen, herb and flower
gardens, guns, farm tools and period antiques.
Open 1st Sun. of the month 1 pm – 4 pm (closed
Jan. & Feb.), tours by appointment.
1840 Front St.
Scotch Plains 07076
(908) 322-6700 x 314 weekdays, (908) 232-1199
weekends
Carter House
This 1741 cottage is believed to be the oldest existing
building in Summit. The building was enlarged in
the early 1800s and today is a museum and archival
center. Exhibits include historic photographs, postcards, high school yearbooks, a Victorian style library,
1800s dining room, kitchen and bee hive oven.
Open Tues. 9:30 am - Noon, Wed. 1:30 pm – 4 pm
and by appointment.
90 Butler Parkway
Summit 07901
(908) 277-1747
www.summitnjhistory.org/carter.php
Reeves-Reed Arboretum
The arboretum’s headquarters is located in the 1887
Wisner House, an excellent example of a Colonial
Revival estate. The original landscape design was by
noted architect Calvert Vaux. Today visitors can see
the historic carriage house, a discovery center with
hands on natural science exhibits and six acres of
hiking trails through flowering gardens, an herb
garden, day lily garden and water lily pond.
Grounds are open dawn to dusk, museum hours:
Mon. - Fri. 9 am – 3 pm.
65 Hobart Ave.
Summit 07901
(908) 273-8787
www.reeves-reedarboretum.org
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Caldwell Parsonage
This Presbyterian Church was constructed in 1782 on
the grounds of the original 1730 parsonage that was
burned by British troops during the Revolutionary
War. During the battle that led to the burning of the
church, the wife of Minister James Caldwell, "New
Jersey's Fighting Parson," was shot by the British.
Her death is depicted on the Union County seal.
Open 3rd Sun. of each month, 2 pm – 4 pm
(closed Dec. & Jan.).
909 Caldwell Ave.
Union 07083
(908) 687-7977
Liberty Hall
This 50-room mansion was constructed in 1772 for
William Livingston, delegate to the Continental
Congress and the first Governor of the State of New
Jersey. Formal gardens, a stable and three antique fire
engines in the Liberty Hall Museum firehouse.
Exhibits show the transformation of New Jersey from
royal colony to state.
Open April - Dec., Wed. - Sat. 10 am – 4 pm,
Sun. Noon – 4 pm.
1003 Morris Ave.
Union 07083
(908) 527-0400
www.libertyhallnj.org/index.cfm
Miller-Cory House Museum
Construction of this clapboard farmhouse began in
1740 and today is a nationally recognized living
museum of 18th century farm life. Costumed
artisans perform tasks associated with farm life.
Visitors can see the woodshed, corncrib, gardens
and visitor's center.
Open 2 pm - 5 pm, Sept. - June, (Sun. 2 pm – 4 pm,
Jan. & Feb.) or by appointment.
614 Mountain Ave.
Westfield 07090
(908) 232-1776
www.westfieldnj.com/mc/home.htm
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Hope Historical Society Museum
The Village of Hope was founded in 1769 by
members of the Moravian Church. Today the Hope
Historic District preserves the historic architecture
and cultural heritage of this area. Walking tours
include the gristmill, community church, museum
and cemetery.
Open June - Oct., Sat. 11 pm – 1 pm, Sun.
1 pm – 3 pm.
High St. (Rt. 519)
Hope 07844
(908) 459-4268
www.njskylands.com/hscollections.htm
Millbrook Village
Hackettstown Historical Society Museum
This museum is located in a seven-room house built
in 1915 and has exhibits of artifacts, archives and
genealogical records of D.A.R. cemetery data that
portray the history of Hackettstown and
Warren County.
Open, Wed., Fri., Sun. 2-4 pm and by appointment.
106 Church St.
Hackettstown 07840
(908) 852-8797
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Millbrook Village
This recreated 19th century village traces its start
back to a gristmill in 1832 and today contains
buildings that reflect the community that grew
around it. Millbrook is included in the Delaware
River National Recreation Area. Visitors can walk
through a gristmill, sawmill, barn, wheelwright's
shop, cider mill and other buildings of a
northwestern New Jersey community.
Open June - Oct., Sun. 1 pm – 3 pm.
Old Mine Rd.
Hardwick 08332
(908) 841-9531
www.millbrooknj.com
Phillipsburg Railroad Historians Museum
This museum contains railroad memorabilia, historic
photographs, equipment displays and artifacts of the
time when five railroads passed through Phillipsburg.
Visitors can take a ride on the miniature Centerville
& Southwestern Railroad, a replica of a steam
railroad train.
Open May – Sept. Sun. 10 am – 3 pm.
Cross St. & Pine Alley (off South Main St.)
Phillipsburg 08865
(908) 859-1277
www.prrh.org
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Shippen Manor Museum
Georgian-style 18th century iron master's residence
that was home to owners of the Oxford Iron Mines
and Furnace for nearly 200 years. This was the first
iron furnace in New Jersey whose iron ore was mined
locally. The museum offers tours of the Colonial and
Victorian décor rooms.
Open 1st & 2nd Sun. of each month, 1 pm - 4 pm
except major holiday weekends. Call or check website
for special events.
8 Belvidere Ave.
Oxford 07863
(908) 453-4381
www.wcchc.org/tour.htm
The Shippen Manor
Warren County Historical Society Museum
An 1848 brick townhouse holds exhibits of Warren
County artifacts, antiques and locally produced
Cornish music makers. The museum offers an
extensive genealogical library to visitors to the
Belvidere Historical District.
Open for tours and research Sundays 2-4 pm except
on major holidays.
Open for group tours or individual study by
appointment.
313 Mansfield St.
Belvidere 07823
(908) 475-4246
White Township Museum
This Revolutionary era house of stone and brick
construction is today furnished as a general store
with general ledgers, court dockets, photographs,
antique railroad memorabilia and local Native
American artifacts.
Open June – Oct. 2nd & 4th Sun. of each month,
2 pm - 4 pm.
555A Rt. 519
Bridgeville/Belvidere 07823
(908) 689-7677 or (908) 453-2704
Warren County Historical Learning Center
This museum contains models and displays of
Warren County's history, including the impact of the
Morris Canal, Shippen Manor, Oxford Furnace and
the importance of the original Lenape Indians.
Visitors can walk the 1.8-mile trail along the Morris
Canal towpath and see the mule barn, lock-tender's
house, models of the incline plane and other
canal artifacts.
Learning Center is open the 1st Sun. of each month
1 pm – 4 pm.
The park is open dawn to dusk.
Morris Canal Bread Lock Park
Mile Marker 4, Rt. 57
New Village 08808
(908) 689-6350
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SPOTLIGHT ON
THE MILITARY CAPITAL OF
THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION
Jockey Hollow
V
isitors traveling to the Skylands Region can
explore where Gen. George Washington set his
headquarters and quartered his troops during the
winters of 1777 and 1779-80.
On Jan. 4, 1777, immediately following the victorious
Battle at Princeton, Washington decided not to
attack New Brunswick where the British had retreated.
Instead, he moved the army into winter quarters at
Morristown. Washington and the Continental Army
considered Morristown’s location a safe haven.
The Watchung Mountains and nearby swamps
afforded protection for the army, there were adequate
provisions and the local residents were helpful. As a
result, Morris County and Morristown in particular,
became known as “The Military Capital of the
American Revolution.”
During the winter of 1777, Washington stayed in
Arnold’s Tavern, which was on the Morristown
Green. While the tavern no longer exists, the Green
remains a center of tradition and activities
for Morristown.
During his second winter encampment of 1779-80,
Washington was housed in the massive Georgianstyle Jacob Ford Mansion, which is now preserved as
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part of the Morristown National Historical Park, the
first national historical park in America.
Close by Washington’s winter residence is Jockey
Hollow, where the Continental Army camped. It too
is part of the national park and contains the Wick
House and farmstead and several reconstructed
soldiers’ huts. At the time, Jockey Hollow had from
1,000 to 1,200 such huts to house around 12,000
troops.
Each of the huts measured 14 feet by 16 feet and
housed 12 soldiers. Living conditions for the soldiers
were particularly brutal during the winter of 1779-80.
Classified as the worst winter in 100 years, food was
often in short supply, or nonexistent, as 26 storms
between November 1779 and April 1780 slowed or
blocked the delivery of food and other supplies. In
some cases snowdrifts measured as high as 15 feet
and there was 11 to 18 feet of ice in New York
Harbor.
The Skylands Region not only offers some of the
most spectacular scenery in the Northeast; it also
offers a unique glimpse into New Jersey’s contribution
to the American Revolution through the preserved
historical sites found around the region.
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Who To Contact
New Jersey Office of Travel &Tourism
PO Box 820
Trenton, NJ 08625-0820
For literature requests call 609-777-0885 or order online at
www.visitnj.org
Contact the office for a copy of the comprehensive New
Jersey Travel Guide.
State road maps are also available.
Travelers may also contact or visit any of the 18 Welcome
Centers located throughout New Jersey.
You may also call the following state agencies for
information on New Jersey’s historical sites:
New Jersey Historical Society
52 Park Place
Newark, NJ 07102
973-596-8500
www.jerseyhistory.org
New Jersey Historical Commission
225 West State St.
Trenton, NJ 08625
609-292-6062
www.newjerseyhistory.org
New Jersey Department of Environmental
Protection, Division of Parks and Forestry,
Historic Preservation Office
501 East State St.
Trenton, NJ 08625
800-843-6420
www.nj.gov/dep/hpo
New Jersey Welcome Centers
Bridgewater
Somerset County Business Partnership
360 Grove St.
908-725-1552
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Columbia
Knowlton Welcome Center
Interstate 80 E. Mile Marker 7
908-496-4994
Cranbury
Molly Pitcher Travel Plaza
NJ Turnpike S. Mile Marker 71.7
609-655-1610
Deepwater
Interstate 295 N. 2 miles from Delaware Memorial Bridge
856-351-0194
Elizabeth
Jersey Gardens
651 Kapkowski Rd. (Door D)
908-354-5900
Flemington
Liberty Village Premium Outlets
One Church St.
908-782-8550
Hammonton
Frank Farley Travel Plaza
Atlantic City Expressway Mile Marker 21
609-965-6316
Jackson
Jackson Premium Outlet Information Center
537 Monmouth Rd. (Exit 16 I-195)
732-833-0503 ext. 0
Jersey City
Liberty State Park
Central Railroad Terminal
NJ Turnpike Exit 14-B
201-915-3440
Montvale
Garden State Parkway Mile Marker 172 N/S
201-391-5737
Newark
Newark Liberty International Airport
Terminal B (International Arrivals)
973-623-5052
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Ocean View
Garden State Parkway Mile Marker 18.3 N/S
609-624-0918
Penns Grove
John Fenwick Travel Plaza
NJ Turnpike N. Mile Marker 5.4
856-299-8246
Pleasantville
Atlantic City Visitors Welcome Center
Atlantic City Expressway Mile Marker 3.5
609-383-2727
Trenton
State House Tour Office
125 W. State St.
609-633-2709
Ridgefield
Vince Lombardi Travel Plaza
NJ Turnpike N/S Mile Marker 116
201-943-8757
For more information, or to request additional free Travel
& Tourism literature, call (800) VISIT NJ or visit
www.visitnj.org
Information in this publication was believed to be correct at the
time of publication. The New Jersey Office of Travel & Tourism
are not responsible for changes and/or typographical errors.
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New Jersey Office of Travel & Tourism
P.O. Box 820
Trenton, New Jersey 08625-0820
(609) 777-0885
JON S. CORZINE
GOVERNOR